Area Manager - 1st Shift

George's•Harrisonburg, VA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. SUMMARY: The Area Manager is responsible for the overall performance of their area of the plant and the compliance with all Federal, State regulations, and company policies and procedures that ensure a wholesome, quality product and that no adulterated product enters commerce. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or related field or 4 years of relevant experience in progressively responsible roles
3 years of supervisory experience
Extensive knowledge of HACCP procedures
Extensive knowledge of plant sanitation procedures
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Nice To Haves

Poultry or food manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

Ensure health and safety regulations are met.
Effectively coordinate and direct all the production activities of their department.
Organize personnel and set daily tasks for front line supervisors.
Monitor production flow and schedule details to optimize efficiencies.
Achieve budgeted production yields and minimize condemn poundage.
Maintain standard manufacturing efficiencies in order to meet budget objectives.
Identify areas of opportunity and recommend improvements on staffing, financial/cost and quality within the department.
Meet product standards, while maintaining or improving product yield.
Complete appropriate paperwork on a daily basis.
Responsible for training and developing employees in all areas related to their jobs.
Help develop objectives and standards for individual production lines and monitor results for process improvements.
Observe work area as well as the plant to ensure that known hazards are reported or corrected, and that all safety reporting and accident investigations are handled in a timely manner.