Lead Associate - Debone - Second Shift

Wayne Farms; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Laurel, MS is seeking a shift supervisor to lead the line and mentor hourly associates, ensuring production targets and compliance with NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and all laws.

The role emphasizes training on multiple positions, maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency while coordinating with the plant leadership to address daily challenges. Weekend and holiday availability may be required, with the shift times varying.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to perform functions across assigned area processes.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to hourly associates in the assigned area.
• Perform all functions in the area, back up or fill in for absent associates as needed.
• Direct the work of others and be a go-to for questions about task performance in the absence of a supervisor.
• Train/cross-train incoming or current associates on new processes or skills as needed.
• Identify and present ideas to leadership for process improvements.
• Ensure the area is clean and sanitary around the assigned line.
• Perform all work in compliance with company policies and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Self-motivation

Night/Weekend Shift Availability

Process knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift Details & Pay Ranges = Listed Below

Shift: SHIFT TIMES MAY VARY

Monday through Friday - Shift Time: TBA

*** OCCASIONAL SATURDAYS ***

Pay Ranges

• Entry through 4 years of Employment = $23.70
• 5 years through 9 years of Employment = $23.95
• 10 years through 14 years of Employment = $24.20
• 15 years through 19 years of Employment = $24.45
• 20 plus years of Employment = $24.70

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for performing all functions of assigned area and providing guidance and leadership to hourly associates; understands and trains on all positions within assigned area. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Independently provide leadership and guidance to hourly associates in assigned area
• Perform all functions in assigned area, back up or fill in for absent associates as needed
• Direct the work of others and is a "go-to" for questions and concerns in relation to task performance in the absence of supervisor or superintendent at their direction
• Understand and train/cross-train incoming or current associates on new process or skill as needed
• Search for and present ideas to leadership for process improvements
• Ensure area is clean and sanitary around assigned line
• Perform all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned

Education And Certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required

Experience And Skills

• Ability to perform one or more functions of assigned area processes
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
• Basic math skills and computer skills

Safety Requirements

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required

Physical Requirements

• Stand up to 8 hours
• Lift up to 60 lbs
• Work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC)
• Will be exposed to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving production equipment
• Ability to lift 10 lbs repeatedly and climb steps
• Ability to frequently kneel, crawl, stoop, and bend
• Work around raw, live animal odors

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.