PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR I

JBS Foods; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Six Company-Observed Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Career Growth and Development Programs

Job summary

JBS USA is seeking a first-line supervisor for our food production facility in North Carolina. You will lead, coach, and develop frontline team members to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include performance management, training in partnership with HR and Safety, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve processes. Travel not expected; shift flexibility required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing/food processing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and achieve operational goals.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience coaching employees and managing performance.
• Working knowledge of production processes, safety programs, and quality standards.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and 50+ hours per week as business needs require.
• Excellent attendance and safety record.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop frontline production team members to achieve operational goals.
• Foster accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate performance expectations clearly and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee growth and development plans.
• Partner with Human Resources and Safety teams to develop and execute training initiatives.
• Assist in employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and corrective action processes.
• Direct daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, efficiency, and yield targets.
• Coordinate labor resources and workflow to maximize productivity and throughput.
• Monitor department performance metrics and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Job description

Description

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop frontline production team members to achieve operational goals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate performance expectations clearly and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee growth and development plans.
• Partner with Human Resources and Safety teams to develop and execute training initiatives.
• Assist in employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and corrective action processes.

Production & Operational Excellence

• Direct daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, efficiency, and yield targets.
• Coordinate labor resources and workflow to maximize productivity and throughput.
• Monitor department performance metrics and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency.
• Maintain visual management systems and communicate performance results to leadership.
• Ensure staffing levels and production schedules align with customer demand and business objectives.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Champion a safety-first culture and enforce all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Conduct accident investigations and implement preventative measures.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality assurance, GMP, HACCP, ISO, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor product quality standards and customer specifications throughout the production process.
• Maintain organized, clean, and audit-ready production areas.

Equipment & Facility Management

• Ensure equipment, machinery, and tools are operating efficiently and safely.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance activities with maintenance personnel.
• Monitor workplace conditions and proactively address operational issues before they impact production.

Communication & Collaboration

• Partner closely with Production Management, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Safety, and Human Resources teams.
• Participate in daily production meetings and communicate operational priorities effectively.
• Support facility initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement, retention, safety performance, and operational results.

Qualifications

Required

• 1-3 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing, food production, beef, pork, poultry, or related processing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and achieve operational goals.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience coaching employees and managing performance.
• Working knowledge of production processes, safety programs, and quality standards.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and 50+ hours per week as business needs require.
• Excellent attendance and safety record.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred

• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence initiatives.
• Previous experience within USDA-regulated food manufacturing environments.

Core Competencies

• Leadership & Employee Development
• Performance Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Communication & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Results Orientation
• Accountability
• Time Management
• Technical & Operational Knowledge

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Base Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 annually

Incentive Opportunities

Eligible for participation in the Company's quarterly bonus program based on performance and program criteria.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 60 days)
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Six Company-Observed Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Growth and Development Programs

Ongoing Leadership Training and Advancement Opportunities

Working Environment

This position works within a food production facility where team members may be exposed to:

• Cold-temperature environments
• Loud noise levels
• Production equipment and machinery
• Wet and slippery surfaces
• Food processing chemicals and sanitation agents
• Fast-paced manufacturing operations

Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided and required.

Why Join JBS USA?

At JBS USA, you'll join one of the world's leading food companies and become part of a team committed to operational excellence, employee development, food safety, and customer satisfaction. We invest in our people and provide opportunities for advancement, leadership development, and long-term career growth.

Our Core Values:

• Determination
• Discipline
• Ownership
• Humility
• Simplicity
• Sincerity
• Availability

JBS USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug screening, background screening, and employment eligibility verification