Production Supervisor - Wing Line - 1st shift

Pilgrim; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Pilgrim is seeking an Operations Management Support professional in Athens, Georgia. The role ensures procedures yield high productivity in a cost-efficient manner while meeting customer specifications. The candidate will handle reporting for the supervision area and must be willing to work 1st shift.

Responsibilities include training staff, scheduling manpower and equipment, managing performance, and driving safety and quality improvements. Experience in poultry/food industries is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of supervisory experience.
• Poultry or food industry experience is a plus.
• Leadership skills with 20+ employees.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Capable of independent decision making.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Trains and develops employees to maximize quality and productivity.
• Plans and schedules manpower, materials, and machines to optimize operations.
• Manages employee performance with feedback.
• Promotes departmental and company goodwill through communication and involvement.
• Investigates quality, cost, and yield improvements with other departments.
• Promotes safety in the working area.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication

Independent decision making

Computer literacy

Multitasking

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College degree preferred

Job description

Operations Management Support Athens, Georgia

This position is responsible for assuring all procedures are followed in achieving the highest level of productivity in the most cost‑efficient manner possible while still maintaining the specification of the customer. Make sure all reporting requirements are met for the area of supervision. Must be willing to work 1st shift.

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 the area where crew is working.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of previous supervisory experience.
• Poultry or 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.

Benefits

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or any other statutorily required paid leave;
• 401(k): company Leadership and team collaboration skills match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of $70,000 +/- based on experience;
• Discretionary Bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s tri‑annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post‑offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.