Production Superintendent — Lead Lean Food Production

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Rockingham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms Inc. seeks a Production Superintendent for the 1st shift to lead multiple production lines, aligning with plant goals for safety, quality, and productivity while mentoring Supervisors toward operational excellence.

You will serve as a key liaison to plant leadership, driving cross-functional initiatives and fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and associate growth. The role requires hands-on leadership, experience in lean manufacturing, root-cause analysis, and ERP

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 3-5 years in manufacturing, 2-4 years in supervision.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree with 1-3 years in manufacturing and 2-4 years in supervision.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Lean manufacturing, root cause analysis, and ERP system proficiency.
• Knowledge of quality control processes (ISO, OSHA) and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, lead and support Production Supervisors in meeting daily/weekly targets.
• Plan workforce development and succession to build leadership capacity.
• Mentor teams to improve skills and performance; manage learning and development.
• Foster an inclusive, engaged culture aligned with company values and growth.
• Serve as acting Plant Manager when needed and participate in strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

ERP systems

Quality control

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s/Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Perdue Farms Inc. seeks a Production Superintendent for the 1st shift to lead multiple production lines, aligning with plant goals for safety, quality, and productivity while mentoring Supervisors toward operational excellence.

You will serve as a key liaison to plant leadership, driving cross-functional initiatives and fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and associate growth. The role requires hands-on leadership, experience in lean manufacturing, root-cause analysis, and ERP