PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR- 1st Shift

Pilgrim; Mayfield, Hickory (KY, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s in Mayfield, Kentucky, is seeking a seasoned supervisor to lead a poultry/food production team. You will train staff, schedule manpower and equipment, and monitor performance to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.

The role requires strong communication and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include driving continuous improvement, coordinating with other departments, and promoting a safe work atmosphere for 20+ employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience required.
• Experience in poultry or food industry a plus.

Responsibilities

• Trains and guides employees to maximize quality and productivity.
• Plans and schedules manpower, materials, products, and machines for efficiency and safety.
• Manages employee performance with feedback (positive and corrective).
• Promotes department and company goodwill via proactive communication and involvement.
• Collaborates with other departments on quality improvement, cost reduction, yield, and maintenance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication (oral & written)

Independent decision making

Basic computer knowledge

Time/multi-priorities management

Flexibility to work weekends

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Operations ManagementHickory,KentuckyMayfield,Kentucky

This position is responsible for assuring all procedures are followed in achieving the highest level or productivity in the most cost efficient manner possible while still maintaining the specification of the customer. Make sure all reporting requirements are met for area of supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Trains and provides an environment for employees to achieve their maximum quality and productivity performance in their respective positions.
• Plans and schedules manpower, materials, product and machines to most effectively and efficiently utilize departmental policies and procedures fairly and equitably to maintain standards established for safety, quality and overall company personnel satisfaction.
• Manages employee performance, providing positive and/or corrective feedback.
• Promotes department and company goodwill through pro-active employee communication and employee involvement.
• Investigates, in cooperation with other departments, areas of quality improvement, cost reduction, method improvement, yield control and equipment maintenance and provides suggestions.
• Promotes safety throughout area where crew is working.

BASIC SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 or more years of previous Supervisory experience.
• Poultryor food industry experience a plus.
• Previous leadership skills with 20 or more employees.
• Effective communication both orally and in writing.
• Capable of independent decision making.
• Must have basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Must be able to work assigned hours/days - including occasional weekends - as required.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED; College Degree in related field preferred.

EOE, including disability/vets

At Pilgrim’s,Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always