Poultry Processing Supervisor — Lead Safety & Efficiency

Wayne Farms; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms in Enterprise, Alabama, seeks a Poultry Processing Supervisor to lead production line personnel, ensuring adherence to HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs and USDA/OSHA regulations while achieving high productivity and meeting customer specifications. You will manage the line by establishing procedures, deploying staff, monitoring reports, and driving process improvements in partnership with Quality Assurance.

This leadership role oversees up to 100 employees and requires strong organizational,

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Three (3) years’ experience in food manufacturing or poultry preferred.
• 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

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

English communication

Timekeeping knowledge

Policy adherence

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Math skills

Initiative

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

Wayne Farms in Enterprise, Alabama, seeks a Poultry Processing Supervisor to lead production line personnel, ensuring adherence to HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs and USDA/OSHA regulations while achieving high productivity and meeting customer specifications. You will manage the line by establishing procedures, deploying staff, monitoring reports, and driving process improvements in partnership with Quality Assurance.

This leadership role oversees up to 100 employees and requires strong organizational,