Smithfield Foods: Our People

At Smithfield, we are committed to being a people-oriented company. By unleashing the full potential of our employees, we can reach our full potential as an organization.

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Watch the video: Smithfield Foods 2016 Sustainability Report: People

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Smithfield Foods Receives Best for Vets Employers Award for Second Consecutive Year
In addition to hiring and developing veterans, the company also has a long history of supporting veterans-related causes through its charitable giving and philanthropic efforts.

Diversity & Inclusion

Saying “Thank You” Through Action. How We Provide Veterans The Post-Military Careers They Deserve.
Veterans are a valuable asset to any workforce with their strong work ethic, leadership skills, sense of purpose, and ability to adapt.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Smithfield Foods Operations Manager Andrea Tucker Honored at STEP Ahead Awards
Surrounded by family and colleagues, Andrea Tucker, operations manager for Smithfield Foods, was honored to receive a 2019 STEP Ahead Award from The Manufacturing Institute. The STEP Ahead Awards celebrate women in the manufacturing industry that make a difference through advocacy, mentorship, engagement, promotion, and leadership. Andrea was selected due to her dedication to operational excellence at our Wilson, North Carolina facility.

Events, Media & Communications

Smithfield Foods EVP of Corporate Affairs & Compliance Keira Lombardo Gives Keynote Speech at STEP Ahead Awards
Keira Lombardo, Smithfield Foods EVP of corporate affairs and compliance, served as the chair of the Manufacturing Institute’s STEP Ahead Awards.

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Smithfield Foods Executive Earns National Supply Chain Award
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to announced that Chris Lahti, vice president of distribution, has been named a “Rock Star of the Supply Chain” by Food Logistics magazine. The award recognizes champions in the global food and beverage supply chain industry whose achievements, hard work, and vision have shaped and attained milestones in safety, efficiency, productivity, and innovation. Lahti received this honor for his efforts and his team’s role in supply chain consolidation initiatives within the company, which resulted in significant operational, sustainability, and economic benefits.

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Smithfield Foods Executive Honored with Prestigious Award

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

INFOGRAPHIC: Smithfield Foods Leading as a People-Oriented Company
Smithfield Foods strives to create an engaging environment for our people. We provide a variety of opportunities for talent development and career enhancement, including educational opportunities, training and employee resource groups.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Smithfield Foods Raises More Than $30,000 for Childhood Cancer Research
Several kind-hearted employees at Smithfield Foods in Rose Hill, N.C. are rocking the bald look after having their heads shaved for a very good cause. Last Friday, April 13th, Smithfield hosted an event to benefit the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, a nonprofit organization that raises funds to help find cures for childhood cancer.

The event, “Pork Chops and Crew Cuts,” took place at Smithfield’s Rose Hill, N.C. office. More than 30 Smithfield employees volunteered – organizing and arranging the details, helping with setup, preparing lunch, and…getting their heads shaved. The goal was to raise $25,000 for the Foundation, which they surpassed by raising more than $30,000.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Smithfield Foods: Our People Infographic
A People-Oriented Company- 52,000 employees worldwide. Team Smithfield- employee program focused on strengthening company culture and building support for our social purpose.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Chef Miranda Rosenfelt of Sally’s Middle Name Wins DC Central Kitchen’s Capital Food Fight
Chef Miranda Rosenfelt took home the top honor last night at DC Central Kitchen’s signature fundraising event, Capital Food Fight, presented by Smithfield Foods. Local chefs Douglas Alexander of Art and Soul, Hamilton Johnson of Honeysuckle, Bobby Pradachith of Thip Khao, and Miranda Rosenfelt of Sally’s Middle Name went head-to-head in a thrilling culinary battle. Nationally recognized celebrities Washington Nationals’ Ryan Zimmerman, TV personality Adam Richman, political analyst Ana Navarro, and New York-based Chef Joseph “JJ” Johnson judged the competition, while event founder and chair José Andrés of ThinkFoodGroup and chef and restaurateur Spike Mendelsohn co-hosted the annual event alongside Food Network’s Tregaye Fraser and Fanny Slater.

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