Production Supervisor

Thomas Foods International, USA; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Robust 401K

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Company store discount

Events and recognition

TFI USA swag

Job summary

Thomas Foods International, USA is seeking a Supervisor to lead the XXX Department’s production operations. Reporting to the manager, you will collaborate with plant leaders, coach staff, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to meet safety and quality targets.

You will supervise production teams, manage scheduling, ensure timely training, and drive performance metrics in a fast-paced facility compliant with USDA standards. This is a hands-on leadership role.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of leadership experience in food manufacturing.
• 1–2 years in cutting/processing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, staff, and direct production operations.
• Review daily operations to ensure optimal production.
• Supervise production staff; approve timesheets and schedule changes.
• Ensure training and staff development; maintain employee relations.
• Maintain production metrics and report results.
• Drive QA systems to meet USDA standards.
• Run production lines and ensure orders finish before shift end.

Skills

Meat processing

Food manufacturing leadership

Urgency / bias for action

Analytical / problem solving / time mg

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Job description

Thomas Foods International, USA is raising the standard in premium protein production. As a world leader and home to the #1 brand in lamb and goat, we deliver sustainably sourced, high‑quality proteins to customers across retail, foodservice, and manufacturing — and we do it with passion, purpose, and a customer‑first mindset.

Our portfolio includes pasture‑raised lamb, organic and grass‑fed beef, free‑range goat, milk‑fed veal, and specialty exotics, all supported by rigorous quality standards and trusted global sourcing. We're committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and the craftsmanship that sets us apart in a global industry.

As part of Australia’s largest family‑owned meat processor, TFI USA blends global strength with local expertise, powered by advanced U.S. operations and a rapidly expanding national footprint. Safety isn’t just a priority here — it’s who we are. And it shows: TFI USA earned two national safety awards in the past two years, reflecting our unwavering commitment to protecting our people and raising the standard across the industry.

At TFI USA, you won’t just join a company —

You’ll join a team that’s shaping the future of premium meat proteins!

About the Job

Reporting directly to the manager, the Supervisor role is a high‑visibility, high‑impact leadership role within the XXX Department at TFI USA.

This is your opportunity to lead, influence, and innovate. You’ll partner with leaders across the plant, coach employees and bring new ideas to life. If you’re energized by continuous improvement, the ability to make a difference, being part of a dynamic team of leaders, and working for an employer of choice - then this with role is for you!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure proper planning, staffing, and direction of the operational functions of the production process
• Review all operations performance daily to ensure optimal production is reached
• Supervise team of production staff, approving timesheets, schedule changes, transfers in/out of the department and time off requests
• Ensure proficient training, staff development, and effective employee relations and recognition is achieved for all operational personnel
• Maintain pertinent operational statistics through performance management software, financial management information, and results reporting
• Work to ensure team meets targets on overall business level and ensures desired Service Level Agreements are met with optimum quality and service
• Develop and handle changes in staff schedules and staffing needs for the room
• Generate, review, and manage process and facility SOP’s
• Support and drive the QA systems which ensure the Processing facility meets or exceeds USDA food processing standards
• Run production lines and assist with the workload as needed to ensure all orders schedule to be completed in the room are finished before the end of shift
• Perform other duties and support other activities as assigned by the Management within scope and ability

Requirements/Education/Experience/Skills)

(List per the Job Description)

• 2–4 years of experience in a leadership position within food manufacturing
• 1–2 years in cutting/processing

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of meat processing and cutting
• Experience with food manufacturing leadership
• Must have a high sense of urgency / bias for action
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills
• Bi-linguage English/Spanish strongly preferred

Why Join Thomas Foods?

At TFI USA, people stay because the experience is different — and better.

What Sets Us Apart

• Established Food Industry Corporation with multiple US locations
• Stability of a Family-Owned Company for the last 40+ years
• Global opportunities across a fast-growing international corporation
• A true family environment where people care - about the work and each other
• A high-energy, collaborative, team‑driven culture focused on Customer Service, Employee Safety and Product Quality

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Plans
• Robust 401K Plan
• Employee Development, Continuing Education, Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities
• Company Store to purchase our meat at discounts for your family
• Myriad of additional employee discounts (cell phone, hotels, airfare, Broadway shows/event tickets etc.)
• Employee Events and Recognition Programs
• Thomas Foods International, USA Swag — it's Lambtastic!

For New Jersey

Salary/Compensation Range:

$70,000-$80,000 annually

This range represents the expected base salary rate for this position. Actual compensation will depend on experience, skills, and other factors. This role is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.