Plant Production Leader: Safety & Efficiency

Simmons Prepared Foods Inc; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Prepared Foods Inc in Van Buren, AR, is seeking an Operations supervisor for full-time, salary-exempt work. The role oversees daily processing operations, emphasizing safety, quality and teamwork across the plant.

You will manage staffing, guide supervisors and their teams, and ensure training and policy adherence to meet production goals and cost targets. Strong leadership in a food processing environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field or 4 years experience in lieu of degree.
• 2 years experience supervising or leading employees in manufacturing or related fields.
• Industry experience in a food processing organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily processing operations with a focus on safety, product quality and teamwork.
• Manage plant staffing and guide supervisors and direct reports; schedule staff and ensure training.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA/USDA regulations and Simmons policies.
• Monitor production, yields and costs; optimize labor and material efficiency.

Skills

Supervising experience

Food industry experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

4 years experience in lieu of degree

Job description

Simmons Prepared Foods Inc in Van Buren, AR, is seeking an Operations supervisor for full-time, salary-exempt work. The role oversees daily processing operations, emphasizing safety, quality and teamwork across the plant.

You will manage staffing, guide supervisors and their teams, and ensure training and policy adherence to meet production goals and cost targets. Strong leadership in a food processing environment is essential.