PRODUCTION GENERAL FOREMAN

JBS USA; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employee benefits

Job summary

JBS USA is seeking a Fabrication Generalman in Plainwell, Michigan. This role involves overseeing fabrication floor operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and developing Supervisors for team growth.

The ideal candidate will have 5 years of management experience in production, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in challenging environments. Benefits include comprehensive employee packages designed to support our teams in every aspect.

Qualifications

• 5 years of management experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of beef cuts and beef production processes.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated, wet and noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all processes of the fabrication floor from setup to yields.
• Ensure all safety programs are in place and enforced.
• Develop and lead Supervisors to grow in all areas.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Job description

Fabrication Generalman position is reporting to Fabrication Operation Manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversees all processes of the fabrication floor, all aspects of production from set up to yields, quality, employee safety, food safety, volume, costs, claims, turnover and absenteeism
• Sees make sheet accuracy is met and reduce claims by ensuring product is cut to exact specifications
• Manage the movement of bids, new hire placement, and turnover reduction
• Ensure that all safety programs are in place and being enforced and daily safety checks are completed and all interventions are in place and being followed to protect the integrity of the products produced
• Make sure that all USDA regulations are being adhered to and maintains a good working relationship with Union, USDA, Quality Control and maintenance employees
• Develop and lead Supervisors to grow in all areas of the Fabrication Floor in daily meetings and throughout the day
• Ensures area is properly staffed to meet operational needs

Experience Required

• 5 years of management experience in a manufacturing or production environment/supervisory experience on the fabrication floor
• Knowledge of beef cuts and beef production processes
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Skills/Abilities Required

• Must be able to work in a refrigerated, wet and noisy environment with possible slippery floors
• Extended walking, standing, lifting, and carrying upwards of 75 pounds
• Ability to work flexible hours with some Saturday work
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, bilingual Spanish skills preferred but not required
• Speak, Read, Write in English
• Must have computer proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel EOE, INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETS

Benefits

JBS values the people who make our company a success. We want to be sure our team members know just how much we appreciate their dedication by ensuring they love working with us. As part of our total compensation package, JBS and offers comprehensive employee benefits designed to meet the healthcare and financial goals of our team members and their families today, tomorrow and in the future.