Lead Production Supervisor, Food Manufacturing & Safety

Butterball, LLC; Raeford (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball, LLC is seeking a supervisor to guide day-to-day activities for a production line in our Raeford, NC facility. You will coach entry-level workers, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency, and monitor KPIs using the Butterball Operating System Solutions (BOSS).

You will enforce policies, conduct safety audits, and collaborate with HR on hiring, performance reviews, and scheduling. The role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to identify and resolve problems on the

Qualifications

• Knowledge of USDA regulations, HACCP, SOP, SSOP and requirements; or ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly.
• Proficient in safety best practices and standards.
• Familiarity with operations metrics, such as yields, lbs./birds per man hours (PMH), line speeds, etc.
• Good leadership skills with the ability to coach, guide, support, and motivate a team.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact at all levels.
• Solid data review, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic math skills (e.g. addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
• Good time-management, organization, and prioritization skills with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the day-to-day activities of a team of entry level individual contributors. Provides guidance, coaching, and support to ensure successful completion of tasks. Participates in HR activities such as hiring, terminations, performance management, goal setting, team member development, scheduling, etc. Enforces systems, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures team understands and follows all safety policies and procedures. Conducts routine safety and quality audits providing on-the-floor coaching as needed.
• Serves as a role model ensures team’s understanding of, and compliance, with all company policies and regulatory guidelines (including USDA, OSHA, DOL, EEOC, HACCP etc.)
• Accountable for team’s adherence to manufacturing protocols, product specifications, quality guidelines.
• Ensures effective use of labor, tools, supplies, and equipment to maximize efficiency and capacity.
• Conducts routine scanning of department to identify and solve problems (e.g. equipment operations, processes, etc.) or escape as needed. Identifies and addresses needs for further training and development.
• Maintains accurate and timely records of production data. Responsible for identifying and resolving gaps in efficiency and quality.
• Participates in investigations (e.g. accidents, employee complaints, etc.). Conducts initial investigation, ensures all information is gathered and properly documented, and resolves limited employee complaints.
• Participates in department / facility meetings. Provides consultation and advice drawing from day-to-day practical experience in their area of responsibility.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Communication

Quality mindset

HR processes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Butterball, LLC is seeking a supervisor to guide day-to-day activities for a production line in our Raeford, NC facility. You will coach entry-level workers, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency, and monitor KPIs using the Butterball Operating System Solutions (BOSS).

You will enforce policies, conduct safety audits, and collaborate with HR on hiring, performance reviews, and scheduling. The role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to identify and resolve problems on the