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Production Supervisor
Position Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for maintaining high levels of production, quality, and yield while ensuring the safest possible work environment. This position requires a strong understanding of production processes, effective team leadership, accurate recordkeeping, and oversight of daily operations. The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in driving operational efficiency, meeting customer expectations, developing Team Members, and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Review daily production schedules and ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.
- Ensure all production positions are properly staffed before line start-up.
- Oversee Team Member warm-up exercises, job rotations, and ergonomic initiatives.
- Monitor machinery and equipment performance to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
- Verify all workstations meet USDA and company inspection requirements.
- Promote a culture of safety through daily engagement and monthly safety meetings.
- Ensure accurate product coding, inventory rotation, and shipment accuracy.
- Communicate company policies, benefits, and compensation information to Team Members as needed.
- Lead, motivate, and develop Team Members to build a high-performing workforce.
- Provide training, coaching, counseling, and performance feedback to Team Members.
- Partner with other supervisors and departments to resolve operational challenges and improve efficiency.
- Maintain records of reworked, returned, or non-conforming products.
- Reinforce quality standards and provide continuous education on food safety and product quality.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and drive operational excellence.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Additional education, vocational training, certifications, or college coursework preferred.
Experience
- One or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
- Poultry processing experience preferred.
Computer Skills
- Basic computer skills required.
- Experience with SAP or similar manufacturing systems preferred.
Communication Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate with Team Members, management, and cross-functional partners.
Leadership and Supervisory Skills
- Ability to supervise, coach, train, and develop Team Members.
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
Travel
- Occasional travel required (approximately 1-5 trips per year).
Application Requirements
- Resume required. Candidates must submit a current resume demonstrating relevant education, experience, and qualifications for consideration.
All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
2ND SHIFT (United States of America)
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