Poultry Processing Supervisor

Wayne Farms; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in North Carolina is seeking a Poultry Processing Supervisor to oversee production lines and departments, ensuring adherence to HACCP, GMPs, USDA, and OSHA standards while meeting schedules and customer specs. The role requires coaching staff, coordinating with QA, and driving continuous improvements in throughput and safety.

Candidates should have 1 year in manufacturing (3 years in food manufacturing preferred), strong English communication, and the ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a manufacturing setting; three (3) years in food manufacturing or poultry preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with timekeeping, policy adherence and conflict resolution; three (3) years preferred.
• Working knowledge of poultry processing, food safety regulations, OSHA guidelines, GMP and HACCP.
• Excellent English communication, verbal and written; multi-language ability a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage production line/department by establishing procedures and adjusting to meet schedules and budgets.
• Deploy and rotate personnel to optimize efficiency and ergonomics.
• Ensure daily reports are completed (attendance, yields, etc.).
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and reduce repeat deficiencies.
• Lead or participate in process improvements with measurable metrics.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to maintain USDA-compliant food safety and sanitary environment.
• Mentor and coach employees; administer performance improvement plans when needed.
• Follow safety initiatives and wear required PPE; maintain zero-accident culture.
• Collaborate with other departments and shifts to meet location goals.
• Understand and adhere to the current Union contract if applicable.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Timekeeping

Policy Adherence

Food Safety Regulations

HACCP

GMPs

OSHA

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

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

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 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

Supervisor Responsibilities

• This role supervises up to 100 employees
• This role is a Leader of People role with required competencies: Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus and Conflict Management

EDUCATION And CERTIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree with relevant college course work preferred

Experience And Skills

• Minimum one (1) years’ experience within a manufacturing setting; three (3) years’ experience in food manufacturing or poultry industry preferred
• Demonstrated 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 preferred
• Working 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 preferred
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Proficient computer and math skills
• Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Strong organizational skills

Safety Requirements

• Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work non-standard or extended shifts including nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed
• Ability to be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production
• Ability to move about throughout shift
• May be exposed to heat (99ºF, 37ºC) and cold (45ºF, 4ºC)
• Exposure to wet and/or dusty environment
• Work around live and/or raw animal odors

We 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.