Poultry Processing Supervisor- 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC in Bryan, TX seeks a Poultry Processing Supervisor to lead production line personnel, ensure compliance with HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, USDA and OSHA standards, and drive productivity while meeting customer specifications.

The role requires experience in manufacturing or poultry, strong leadership and communication, and a commitment to safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Three years of experience in food manufacturing or poultry preferred.
• Must communicate in English, written and spoken; multilingual helpful.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production line/department personnel and ensure procedures follow HACCP/SSOPs/GMPs and regulatory requirements.
• Deploy and rotate staff to meet production schedules and improve efficiency.
• Ensure daily reports (attendance, yields, etc.) are completed accurately.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and reduce repeat deficiencies.
• Lead process improvements, monitor metrics, and respond to trends.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to maintain a safe, sanitary environment per USDA specs.
• Mentor, coach, and train employees; administer performance actions as needed.
• Enforce safety initiatives and PPE usage to maintain a zero-accident culture.
• Coordinate with other departments to meet site goals; learn unions if applicable.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Sizing up People

Delegation

Planning

Customer Focus

Conflict Management

Communication

Leadership

Timekeeping

Policy Adherence

Initiative

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree (relevant coursework)

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 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