Soy Bean Production Supervisor

Perdue Farms; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead soybean crushing operations, drive efficiency, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on the production floor.

You will develop and coach staff, optimize workflows, and partner with cross-functional teams to maintain stable output and process improvements. This hands-on role emphasizes training, accountability, and strong results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 5 years of management experience in agriculture or related field.
• 3-5 years of soybean crushing or similar industry experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies.
• Understanding safety, environmental programs and requirements.
• Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience handling hazardous chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage crushing staff, including training and development.
• Lead safety programs to ensure safe conditions and regulatory compliance.
• Lead environmental programs to ensure compliance.
• Manage production operations for maximum utilization.
• Ensure product quality meets customer requirements.
• Oversee routine and preventative maintenance for production.
• Perform job functions within CGMPs.

Skills

Leadership

Organized

Problem-solver

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent management experience

Job description

The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in leading production teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency on the production floor. Your ability to organize tasks, develop team members, and drive performance will be key to maintaining smooth operations and meeting company goals.

A successful candidate will focus on improving production workflows, fostering a positive and accountable work environment, and ensuring all safety and quality standards are met. To support your success, Perdue offers extensive leadership training, supervisor certification programs, and ongoing development resources to help you grow in your role and advance your career.

• Full Time
• Travel: Minimal (if any)

Success Profile

What makes a successful Production Supervisor at Perdue? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

• Leadership
• Organized
• Problem-solver
• Team-oriented

Culture & Values

At Perdue, we believe that success starts with our people. Our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters, and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive as part of the Perdue family.

The career path depicted below is intended as a potential roadmap, not a fixed journey. This path is designed to inspire you to explore different directions, based on your unique strengths and interests and allowing for personal and professional development. We encourage open conversations about your career goals to ensure that your journey at Perdue aligns with your aspirations.

Soy Bean Production Supervisor

Chesapeake, Virginia, United States

Job Category: Production

Date posted: 03/31/2026

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Support daily operations that drive efficiency and profitability within our soybean crushing facility. As a Soy Production Supervisor, you will lead production activities, guide team members, and ensure processes run safely, reliably, and in alignment with quality and performance standards. You will help optimize workflows, monitor production goals, and partner across teams to maintain consistent output and operational excellence. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys developing teams, and is focused on driving performance and continuous improvement.

The salary range for this position is $68,000 - $116,000 per year, based on experience (variable depending on experience). In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx,401(k)with employer match after 1 year,critical illness, accident insurance, dental,vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

• Lead and manages the crushing staff to include training and developing the staff to meet the needs of the business.
• Lead and manage safety programs to ensure safe working conditions for all associates and compliance with all local, state and federal requirements.
• Lead and manage environmental programs to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal requirements.
• Manage production operations to ensure maximum equipment and personnel utilization.
• Manage the product quality to ensure customer requirements and specifications are attained.
• Manage routine and preventative maintenance programs for production operations to ensure efficient operation.
• Perform job functions within established CGMP’s.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Chemical Engineering, Management, or Business. 5 years of management work experience can be substituted for degree.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in soybean crushing or similar industry.
• Understanding manufacturing technologies.
• Understanding of safety programs and requirements.
• Understanding of environmental programs and requirements.
• Understanding of standard software applications.
• Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience handling hazardous chemicals in similar industry.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Able to move freely throughout the facility to include climbing vertical heights (0 - 150').
• Noise (50db to 100db – hearing protection required) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available).
• Required to travel to remote Agribusiness facilities and customer locations. Able to communicate on the telephone and use standard office equipment.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Competitive pay and a flexible benefits plan! We have an award-winning approach to associate health, wellness and safety and a flexible benefits plan that lets you match your coverage to your changing needs. We’ll reward you for your accomplishments, and help you reach your goals.

Comprehensive healthcare options for employees and families.

Retirement Savings

401(k) plan with company match.

Paid Time Off

Paid time off for rest and recharge.

Opportunities for training and growth.

Safety Equipment Provided

Safety gear and protocols ensured.

One of the primary reasons I enjoy my work here is the company’s commitment to its associates and its forward-thinking approach to agriculture. As a Production Supervisor, I'm involved in overseeing production lines and ensuring a safe and productive work environment, which includes training operators and process technicians. The emphasis on growth and development, coupled with a prioritization of work-life balance, truly helps team members thrive.