Food Production Lead: Safety, Quality & Efficiency

Smithfield Foods, Inc

Wilson (NC)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor at our Wilson, NC facility. You will lead production staff across shifts, monitor yields, and implement real-time adjustments to keep operations safe and compliant with USDA standards.

The role focuses on coaching teams, maintaining quality, and driving efficiency on the production floor. You will oversee training, safety audits, line performance, and continuous improvements while coordinating with Operations Managers to meet daily

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience.
Experience leading training, coaching, or mentoring to staff.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills for complex process issues.

Responsibilities

Safety and compliance: daily inspections, corrective actions, HACCP/USDA adherence.
Product quality and training: enforce safety/quality plans and SOPs; train employees.
Operational efficiency: track yields, efficiencies, variances; improve workflows.
Team leadership: guide hourly employees; lead monthly line meetings and floor walks.
Continuous improvement: analyze metrics; implement efficiency and cost-reduction changes.