First-Shift Production Leader: Safety, Efficiency & People

Pilgrim's; Hickory Hill (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's in Kentucky is seeking a Production Supervisor for 1st shift. You will ensure adherence to procedures to achieve the highest productivity in a cost-efficient manner while meeting customer specifications and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities include training staff, planning and scheduling manpower and equipment, managing performance, driving safety, and supporting quality improvements. English/Spanish bilingual preferred; college degree in a related field is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of previous Supervisory experience.
• Poultry or food industry experience a plus.
• Previous leadership skills with 20 or more employees.
• Effective communication both orally and in writing.
• Capable of independent decision making.
• Must have basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Trains and provides an environment for employees to achieve their maximum quality and productivity performance in their respective positions.
• Plans and schedules manpower, materials, product and machines to most effectively utilize departmental policies and procedures.
• Manages employee performance, providing positive and/or corrective feedback.
• Promotes department and company goodwill through pro-active employee communication and involvement.
• Investigates areas of quality improvement, cost reduction, method improvement, yield control and equipment maintenance with cross-department cooperation.
• Promotes safety throughout the area.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Effective communication

Independent decision making

Bilingual English/Spanish

Basic computer knowledge

Multi-priority management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College Degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Pilgrim's in Kentucky is seeking a Production Supervisor for 1st shift. You will ensure adherence to procedures to achieve the highest productivity in a cost-efficient manner while meeting customer specifications and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities include training staff, planning and scheduling manpower and equipment, managing performance, driving safety, and supporting quality improvements. English/Spanish bilingual preferred; college degree in a related field is a plus.