Poultry Processing Supervisor: Lead Quality & Efficiency

Wayne Farms LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee poultry debone and slaughter processing, directing a team via supervisors to achieve high productivity and cost efficiency.

You will ensure food safety programs, manage employee performance, and develop schedules while maintaining USDA compliance and quality standards. Weekend/shift flexibility and strong leadership are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years’ experience in a similar manufacturing environment, or an Associates Degree with 2 years’ experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline and 5+ years in food manufacturing preferred, with supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production supervisors and training to achieve quality and productivity targets.
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with food safety programs (HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs).
• Manage production processes, staffing, and reporting.
• Develop and implement process improvements to reduce costs and improve yields.
• Lead by example to build teamwork and maintain a sanitary work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Effective communication

Problem solving

Food safety

Poultry processing knowledge

OSHA guidelines

GMPs and HACCP

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee poultry debone and slaughter processing, directing a team via supervisors to achieve high productivity and cost efficiency.

You will ensure food safety programs, manage employee performance, and develop schedules while maintaining USDA compliance and quality standards. Weekend/shift flexibility and strong leadership are required.