Poultry Processing Supervisor

Wayne Farms LLC; Hazlehurst (MS); In loco; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a Poultry Processing Supervisor to oversee production line personnel, ensuring adherence to HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs and USDA/OSHA standards. The role focuses on meeting schedules, maintaining product quality, and driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include delegating tasks, coaching staff, reporting metrics, and collaborating with QA to sustain a safe, efficient operation. Strong leadership and English communication are required.

Competenze

• Requires leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with timekeeping, policy adherence and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of safety standards (GMP/HACCP/OSHA) beneficial.

Mansioni

• Supervise production line/department personnel to meet production schedules.
• Deploy and rotate personnel to optimize efficiency and ergonomics.
• Ensure accurate daily reporting (attendance, yields, etc.).
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction.
• Coach and train staff; administer performance improvement actions.
• Maintain food safety environment per USDA requirements.
• Collaborate with QA to ensure safety and sanitation.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Timekeeping

Policy adherence

Conflict resolution

Safety awareness

Formazione

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree (preferred)

Strumenti

Computer skills

Math skills

Descrizione del lavoro

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Poultry Processing Supervisor supervises production line/ department personnel to ensure all procedures are followed in compliance with Company policies (i.e. HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, etc.) and Federal and State regulations (i.e. USDA, OSHA, etc.) while achieving the highest level of productivity and maintaining customer specifications and satisfaction.RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:Manage production line/department by establishing procedures and adjusting as necessary to meet production schedules, increase efficiencies and meet or exceed budget objectivesDeploy and rotate personnel in the most effective manner to optimize efficiency and facilitate ergonomics to ensure production schedules are metEnsure 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 trendsPartner with Quality Assurance to ensure a food safe and sanitary environment following all specifications and USDA requirementsMentor, coach and train/ cross-train employees encouraging career development; provide consistent feedback concerning strengths and areas in need of improvementAdminister performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions on a fair and consistent basisFollow and promote all safety initiatives, (i.e. wear and ensure others wear appropriate PPE in area where mandatory) helping to maintain a zero accident cultureWork corroboratively with other departments/shifts ensuring departmental or location goals are met or exceededLearn, understand and adhere to current Union negotiated contract if applicablePerform additional duties as assignedSUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:This role supervises up to 100 employeesThis role is a Leader of People role with required competencies: Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus and Conflict ManagementEDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree with relevant college course work preferredEXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:Minimum one (1) years’ experience within a manufacturing setting; three (3) years’ experience in food manufacturing or poultry industry preferredDemonstrated one (1) years’ leadership experience including knowledge of timekeeping requirements, policy adherence, Top 25 behaviors, conflict resolution and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively; three (3) years’ experience preferredWorking knowledge of poultry processing, food safety regulations, OSHA guidelines, GMP and HACCP.Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner; ability to communicate in multiple languages preferredStrong attention to detail, organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projectsProficient computer and math skillsSelf-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast paced environmentStrong organizational skillsSAFETY REQUIREMENTS:Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programsWear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatoryPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to work non-standard or extended shifts including nights, weekends, and/or holidays as neededAbility to be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving productionAbility to move about throughout shiftMay be exposed to heat (99ºF, 37ºC) and cold (45ºF, 4ºC)Exposure to wet and/or dusty environmentWork around live and/or raw animal odorsWe 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.