PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR 1ST SHIFT

Pilgrim; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Swift Prepared Foods in Indiana is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead shift operations, drive safety, quality, and productivity, and coordinate with other departments to meet schedules.

Candidates should have 3–5 years in a food manufacturing plant, a college diploma, strong communication and leadership skills, lean manufacturing experience, and proficiency with standard office software.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and technical skill in a variety of production jobs.
• Supervisory skills; ability to handle conflict and lead teams.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player with leadership skills.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and leadership applications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, evaluate and direct personnel on shift in performing operations according to sound operating principles and company policies and procedures
• Stimulate maximum safety, efficiency and productivity of production workers; ensure proper training of employees
• Anticipate and determine causes of delays in shift operations and take appropriate actions to meet production schedules
• Apply company employee relations and union contract policies in all dealing with employees
• Monitor and confirm that machinery, equipment and facilities are properly maintained and sanitized for efficient production
• Arrange to have appropriate production records prepared and maintained (i.e., payroll, yields)
• Work closely with other production supervisors and management to promote efficiency and teamwork in each department and in plant facility
• Attend meetings as scheduled or called
• Perform various other duties as needed or as assigned

Skills

Production knowledge

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

PC skills

Attention to detail

Education

College diploma or university degree

Tools

Office software

Job description

Overview

JBS Prepared Foods is a part of JBS, the world’s leading provider of beef, chicken and pork, with a vision of building the company into a leader in protein-centric prepared foods. This role offers an entrepreneurial, start-up environment with the backing of a global CPG powerhouse and involves both strategic and tactical work across different responsibilities.

Our mission and values are focused on delivering the best products and services to customers, fostering trust with suppliers, and profitability for shareholders, while creating opportunities for team members.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, evaluate and direct personnel on shift in performing operations according to sound operating principles and company policies and procedures
• Stimulate maximum safety, efficiency and productivity of production workers; ensure proper training of employees
• Anticipate and determine causes of delays in shift operations and take appropriate actions to meet production schedules
• Apply company employee relations and union contract policies in all dealing with employees
• Monitor and confirm that machinery, equipment and facilities are properly maintained and sanitized for efficient production
• Arrange to have appropriate production records prepared and maintained (i.e., payroll, yields)
• Work closely with other production supervisors and management to promote efficiency and teamwork in each department and in plant facility
• Attend meetings as scheduled or called
• Perform various other duties as needed or as assigned

Capabilities / Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and technical skill in a variety of production jobs
• Supervisory skills; good interpersonal relations; ability to handle conflict
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Team player with leadership skills
• Experience in leading groups of operating employees, including setting team and individual objectives, managing performance and building a team approach to problem solving
• Outstanding communication skills to lead, engage and motivate individuals and/or teams
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and leadership applications within a manufacturing environment
• Strong proficiency with personal computer software, including word processing, spreadsheets and multiple applications
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills
• Highly organized
• Spanish/English bilingual desired but not required

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years in a food manufacturing plant or similar; meat experience preferred
• College diploma or university degree, or an equivalent combination of related experience and education

Benefits

We offer a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity

Swift Prepared Foods is an equal opportunity employer.