Poultry Processing Lead: Drive Production & Quality

Wayne Farms LLC; Decatur (AL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Poultry Processing Supervisor to lead production line personnel, ensure adherence to HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, and USDA/OSHA regulations, and drive productivity to meet customer specifications.

You will mentor staff, optimize processes, and collaborate with Quality Assurance to maintain a sanitary food processing environment. The role requires strong leadership and the ability to work in a fast-paced plant setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree with relevant college coursework preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting; 3+ years in poultry or food manufacturing preferred.
• Experience leading teams; knowledge of timekeeping requirements, policy adherence, conflict resolution.
• Working knowledge of poultry processing, food safety regulations (OSHA, GMP, HACCP).
• Effective communication in English; multilingual abilities preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer and math skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage production line/department by establishing procedures and adjusting as necessary to meet production schedules, increase efficiencies and meet or exceed budget objectives.
• Deploy and rotate personnel in the most effective manner to optimize efficiency and facilitate ergonomics to ensure production schedules are met.
• Ensure daily reporting is accurately completed and recorded as required (i.e. departmental reports, attendance/staffing, yields, etc.).
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process optimization (throughput, waste reduction, product quality, ergonomics, etc.) and/or reduce/eliminate repeat deficiencies (i.e. hold product, accidents, downtime, etc.).
• Lead or participate in the planning and implementation of process improvements, monitor improvement metrics and respond to unfavorable trends.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure a food safe and sanitary environment following all specifications and USDA requirements.
• Mentor, coach and train/ cross-train employees encouraging career development.
• Provide consistent feedback concerning strengths and areas in need of improvement.
• Administer performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions on a fair and consistent basis.
• Follow and promote all safety initiatives, (i.e. wear and ensure others wear appropriate PPE in area where mandatory) helping to maintain a zero accident culture.
• Work corroboratively with other departments/shifts ensuring departmental or location goals are met or exceeded.
• Learn, understand and adhere to current Union negotiated contract if applicable.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Leadership

English communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Timekeeping systems

MS Office

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Poultry Processing Supervisor to lead production line personnel, ensure adherence to HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, and USDA/OSHA regulations, and drive productivity to meet customer specifications.

You will mentor staff, optimize processes, and collaborate with Quality Assurance to maintain a sanitary food processing environment. The role requires strong leadership and the ability to work in a fast-paced plant setting.