VP, Environmental, Health & Safety

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A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now!

THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

As the Vice President of (EHS) Environmental, Health, Safety & Security at Smithfield, you'll provide visionary leadership that shapes the success of the business in the areas of Worker Health & Safety, Environmental, Wastewater, & Security. You'll be the strategic force that ensures operational excellence and that sites not only meets, but exceeds its goals and expectations for KPI's, Regulatory Compliance, Professional Development of our teams.

In this role, you'll be the strategic leader who drives the company's commitment & culture for safety and regulatory compliance, including overseeing budgets and the function's P&L, resource allocation, program development, and operational optimization. But it's not just about the numbers, you'll also lead the charge in cultivating a dynamic, growth-oriented culture where safety professionals can both thrive and grow professionally.

This is your opportunity to lead with autonomy, innovate at a high level, and deliver measurable results that propel the business forward. This is your chance to lead a high-impact team, make key decisions and shape the future of the company's success!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Operational Excellence: You will optimize efficiency by leveraging methodologies, embracing advanced automation, and driving Worker Safety & Environmental innovations to maximize output and reduce risks & costs. By utilizing advanced analytics and reporting tools, you will track performance, identify opportunities, and accelerate continuous improvement to achieve strategic priorities.

• Business Growth and Financial Performance: You will collaborate across multi functions on program development, automation & innovation tools by enhancing standards, addressing feedback, and delivering tailored solutions that will reduce regulatory and worker injury risks.

• Strategic Goal Setting and Accountability: You will define ambitious, measurable goals across all functions to ensure alignment with business priorities. By building real-time performance dashboards and conducting regular reviews, you will drive progress and maintain accountability. Additionally, you will foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and standardizing best practices across operations, ensuring agility and resilience in the face of change.

• Leadership and Culture Development: You will identify and develop emerging leaders, building a high-performing pipeline to ensure business continuity and future success. By fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, you will embed organizational values, recognize contributions, and drive cultural alignment. Additionally, you will champion diversity and inclusion, leveraging diverse perspectives to fuel innovation and enhance organizational capability.

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 12+ years of relevant experience in Worker Safety, Environmental or Water Treatment, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

• 7+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development.

• Possess a comprehensive understanding of OSHA and Environmental water & air regulations

• Additionally You must be flexible and able to work nights, weekends, and other varied hours to meet, you thrive in collaborative environments and are energized by travel for meetings and on-site engagements, dedicating 50-75% of your time to these activities.

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Leadership & Business Management: You have a proven track record in Worker Safety & Environmental compliance in the areas manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, and water treatment, with strong administrative and management skills that drive business success. You are results-oriented, balancing business priorities with elimination of risks & profitability while making decisive and strategic choices that align with company goals.

• People & Team Development: Your strategic approach to talent acquisition, development, and engagement drives the creation of high-performing organizations in both union and non-union environments. By fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability, you empower teams to align with business objectives, maximize performance, and contribute to sustained organizational success.

• Analytical & Strategic Thinking: With strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning abilities, you approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset. You establish credibility quickly, make sound decisions, and adapt to changing business needs while maintaining alignment with company priorities.

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Your well-developed interpersonal skills enable you to communicate effectively at all levels, handling diverse personalities with tact and maturity. Whether written or verbal, your communication style ensures clarity, collaboration, and engagement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Will be responsible for leading a team of EHS professionals with a top down approach including Senior Directors, Directors, and Senior Managers in all areas of EHS including Working Safety, Air & Water Compliance, Process Safety Management and Security.

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.