Area Production Manager | Safety & Quality Lead

George's Inc.; Batesville (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

George's Inc. in Batesville, AR is seeking an Area Manager to oversee production activities, ensure health and safety compliance, and drive plant performance.

You will coordinate front line supervision, monitor workflows, and strive to meet budgeted yields while upholding quality standards. The role requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, plus 3 years supervisory experience and strong HACCP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of relevant progressive experience
• 3 years of supervisory experience
• Extensive knowledge of HACCP procedures
• Extensive knowledge of plant sanitation procedures
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Preferred poultry or food manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety regulations are met
• Coordinate and direct all production activities
• Organize personnel and set daily tasks for frontline supervisors
• Monitor production flow and optimize efficiencies
• Achieve budgeted production yields and minimize condemn poundage
• Maintain standard manufacturing efficiencies to meet budgets
• Identify opportunities for staffing, cost, and quality improvements
• Meet product standards and improve product yield
• Complete daily paperwork
• Train and develop employees across related areas
• Develop objectives and monitor results for production lines
• Observe plant area and report hazards; handle safety investigations

Skills

Supervisory experience

HACCP knowledge

Plant sanitation knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related field / 4 years experience

Job description

George's Inc. in Batesville, AR is seeking an Area Manager to oversee production activities, ensure health and safety compliance, and drive plant performance.

You will coordinate front line supervision, monitor workflows, and strive to meet budgeted yields while upholding quality standards. The role requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, plus 3 years supervisory experience and strong HACCP knowledge.