Production Supervisor

Pilgrim's; Live Oak (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Career Development opportunities

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is hiring a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift at our Live Oak location. In this role, you will lead daily operations in a poultry production facility, ensuring high standards for safety, quality, and efficiency. Key responsibilities include training employees, managing production schedules, and collaborating with other departments for improvements.

Preferred candidates will have supervisory experience and skills in effective communication, decision-making, and leadership. Benefits include medical coverage after 60 days, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in poultry or food industry.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong leadership skills for managing teams of 20+ employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and foster a positive work environment.
• Organize manpower, materials, and production schedules.
• Oversee employee performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote safety standards and ensure compliance.

Skills

Effective communication

Independent decision making

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED; College Degree in related field preferred

Job description

Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

At Pilgrim’s, safety is a condition – the safety of our team members comes first. In this key role, you’ll serve as the frontline leader overseeing daily operations within our poultry production facility. You’ll ensure production targets are met while maintaining high standards for safety, quality assurance, and efficiency. Based primarily on the production floor, you’ll coordinate team duties, monitor equipment and workflow, and enforce compliance with health and safety regulations. The role also requires agility to respond to operational issues in real time, helping maintain a productive and well‑functioning workplace.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and create a positive work environment to help employees reach their highest potential in quality and productivity.
• Organize manpower, materials, equipment, and production schedules to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee employee performance and offer constructive feedback, both positive and corrective.
• Encourage open communication and employee involvement to build team morale and support company values.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify opportunities for quality improvement, cost savings, and process enhancements.
• Ensure safety standards are followed and promote a safe working environment for all team members.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the Plant Operations Team.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED; College Degree in related field preferred.
• Experience: 1 or more years of supervisory experience with leadership skills for 20+ employees preferred. Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Skills: Effective communication both orally and in writing, capable of independent decision making, basic computer knowledge, ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Benefits

• Schedule: Monday – Friday with occasional weekends.
• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays, and other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Career Development: company offers continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE, including disability/vets.