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Feed Logistics Coordinator

Smithfield Foods

Algona, IA · Posted November 4, 2026

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Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now!

Your Opportunity

Coordinates all efforts regarding the scheduling and dispatching of feed to company and contract farms. Supervises Loadout Logistics staff schedules and performance; collaborates with Transportation Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Provides and facilitates excellent customer service while promoting team concept among employees and takes an active role in quality performance. Collaborate with Placement and Marketing Coordinators to ensure that feed is delivered appropriately and timely to sites.

Ensure timely and accurate delivery of initial feed to all sites

Respond to and make necessary modifications in scheduling and delivery of feed to sites.

Monitors Final Feed module and makes necessary adjustments

Utilizes and trains others in the routing tool, Beta Raven, Samsara, MB Feed, and Enterprise One

Monitors feed accuracy

Monitors and adjusts feed plans as necessary

Implement and train others on Max90K

Train others to and ensure compliance of VFD process in coordination with veterinarians/mills

Initiate lot setup with feed plan application

Supervises and trains the Feed Logistics Specialist

Provide data for and train individual responsible for the reporting of weekly KPIs and the optimization of the feed recovery process.

Responsible for the coordination of and assign processing of all Pick-ups and Transfers.

Prepares and implements Standard Operating Procedures/instructions in the performance of all areas for which he/she is responsible.

Communicate openly and effectively with the Mill Manager, Transportation/Night and Shift Supervisors, Truck Maintenance Coordinator and Accounting

Reviews all open orders on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to verify confirmations are complete

Oversees and troubleshoots the preparation of daily reports to verify Beta Raven Loadout and MB Feed Load match on lbs.

Maintain customer service within direct reports and report any issues to direct supervisor.

Sets all goals, objectives and productivity measurements set forth in feed coordination and logistics/customer service.

Performs all reporting functions in MB feed and other duties assigned by the Supervisor

Follows Company and OSHA safety standards

Must understand that Smithfield HPD is a producer of high-quality pork for human consumption

Ensures compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield subscribes.

Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.

Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site

The above 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.

Qualifications

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.

Minimum 1 year in current position

Completes daily duties in a manner that maintains compliance and seeks out opportunities for improvement within the Smithfield ISO22000 Feed Safety and Quality program

Pre-employment and random drug screening participant

Current Driver’s License and acceptable driving record to drive company vehicle

Ability to work in high stress, fast paced environment

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Microsoft Office skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong attention to detail

Knowledge of current Feed Ordering system preferred.

Knowledge of farm locations preferred.

Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sit and stand for extended periods of time; stoop, walk, bend; occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.

General office environment and feed mill environment

Relocation Package Available

Yes

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.