First-Shift Production Superintendent: Lead & Optimize

Pilgrim; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim is seeking a Production Superintendent to oversee production/processing supervisors on a single shift, ensuring cost-effective, on-time manufacture of quality products. You will guide shift schedules, coordinate with plant functions, train and motivate supervisors, and push for continuous improvements in flow and equipment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of directly related production experience, 3–5 years of supervisory training, and knowledge of USDA regulations, plus strong diplomacy

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of directly related production experience.
• 3–5 years of supervisory training preferred.
• Knowledge of USDA regulations.
• Strong diplomacy and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs production operations and personnel to meet standards and control costs.
• Sets shift schedules and ensures materials, maintenance, and timely delivery.
• Coordinates with other plant areas to achieve output and quality.
• Selects, trains, and motivates supervisors to meet schedules at optimal productivity.
• Recommends improvements in production flow and equipment.
• Counsels supervisors on job performance and efficiencies.
• Recommends machine modifications to improve quality.

Skills

Diplomacy

Communication skills

USDA regulations

Education

High School Diploma (GED)

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Pilgrim is seeking a Production Superintendent to oversee production/processing supervisors on a single shift, ensuring cost-effective, on-time manufacture of quality products. You will guide shift schedules, coordinate with plant functions, train and motivate supervisors, and push for continuous improvements in flow and equipment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of directly related production experience, 3–5 years of supervisory training, and knowledge of USDA regulations, plus strong diplomacy