Poultry Processing Leader: Safety, Productivity & Growth

Wayne Farms LLC; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead poultry debone and slaughter operations in a cost-efficient, safety-conscious manner. You will oversee supervisors and teams, drive productivity, and ensure USDA-compliant processes while managing schedules and budgets.

The role requires 4+ years in manufacturing leadership, strong knowledge of HACCP/GMPs, and excellent communication. Strong teamwork and problem-solving are essential in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent AND a minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in a similar manufacturing environment; OR Associates Degree in a relevant discipline AND 2 years’ relevant experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years’ leadership and/or supervisory experience of 20+ persons.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution. 5+ years’ experience within the food manufacturing industry. 5+ years’ supervisory and/or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist Production Supervisors with supervising and training employees while providing an environment for employees to achieve maximum quality and productivity performance.
• Manage production process and employee performance, providing positive and/or corrective feedback.
• Promote safety throughout assigned work area.
• Review and ensure reporting requirements are fulfilled in a timely manner.
• Supervise, coach and train employees, providing professional development through ongoing feedback concerning strengths and areas in need of improvement.
• Work with Quality Assurance ensuring a food safe and sanitary environment within specifications and USDA requirements.
• Establish and adjust procedures meeting production schedules, production efficiencies, and budget objectives.
• Maximize yields and throughputs while minimizing downtime, accidents and turnover through encouragement and team building.
• Plan and implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with established food safety programs, including HACCP programs, SSOPs and GMPs.
• Optimize profit reducing costs with continuous improvement activities through employee involvement and positive leadership.

Skills

Poultry processing

Food safety regs

OSHA guidelines

GMPs and HACCP

Team leadership

Staff training

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead poultry debone and slaughter operations in a cost-efficient, safety-conscious manner. You will oversee supervisors and teams, drive productivity, and ensure USDA-compliant processes while managing schedules and budgets.

The role requires 4+ years in manufacturing leadership, strong knowledge of HACCP/GMPs, and excellent communication. Strong teamwork and problem-solving are essential in a fast-paced plant environment.