2nd Shift Poultry Processing Supervisor

waynefarms; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Decatur, AL is seeking a Poultry Processing Supervisor to oversee production lines and department staff, ensuring compliance with HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, USDA and OSHA while achieving productivity and meeting customer specs. You will lead a team, optimize processes, and partner with QA to maintain a safe, sanitary operation.

Ideal candidates bring leadership experience in food manufacturing, strong English communication, and a proactive approach to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year in manufacturing; poultry preferred

Responsibilities

• Establish and adjust procedures to meet production schedules and budgets.
• Deploy and rotate personnel to optimize efficiency.
• Ensure daily reporting of attendance, yields, and other metrics.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and reduce deficiencies.
• Lead process improvements and monitor metrics.
• Partner with QA to ensure USDA-compliant food safety.
• Mentor and train employees; administer performance plans.
• Follow safety initiatives and PPE requirements.
• Coordinate with other departments to meet location goals.
• Learn and adhere to Union contract if applicable.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Poultry processing knowledge

Leadership experience

English communication

Timekeeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Wayne Farms in Decatur, AL is seeking a Poultry Processing Supervisor to oversee production lines and department staff, ensuring compliance with HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, USDA and OSHA while achieving productivity and meeting customer specs. You will lead a team, optimize processes, and partner with QA to maintain a safe, sanitary operation.

Ideal candidates bring leadership experience in food manufacturing, strong English communication, and a proactive approach to safety and efficiency.