Poultry Processing Supervisor – Lead Production & Quality

Harrison Poultry, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison Poultry, Inc. in Bethlehem is seeking a Poultry Processing Supervisor to oversee production lines and department personnel, ensuring procedures align with HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs and USDA/OSHA regulations while meeting productivity and quality targets.

The role requires leadership, ability to train and mentor staff, manage reports, and collaborate across departments. Willingness to work non-standard shifts and ensure safety. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in manufacturing; three years in food manufacturing or poultry preferred.
• Demonstrated one year leadership experience including knowledge of timekeeping requirements, policy adherence, conflict resolution and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively; three 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.

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

Leadership experience

English communication

Timekeeping knowledge

Food safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree with relevant coursework preferred

Job description

Harrison Poultry, Inc. in Bethlehem is seeking a Poultry Processing Supervisor to oversee production lines and department personnel, ensuring procedures align with HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs and USDA/OSHA regulations while meeting productivity and quality targets.

The role requires leadership, ability to train and mentor staff, manage reports, and collaborate across departments. Willingness to work non-standard shifts and ensure safety. Equal opportunity employer.