Fabrication Supervisor (AHP)

American Foods Group, LLC•Wright City, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor will be responsible for directing, controlling, and coordinating a team of individuals to create a positive work environment with high morale. Developing good working relationships which reflects a commitment to safety (human & food), along with product quality, while maintaining constructive relations through company values and behaviors in action. America's Heartland Packing is set to open its doors in early 2025. The 775,000 sq. ft. greenfield project will include a harvest floor, carcass chillers, fabrication area, rendering, further processing area, storage coolers, freezers, and loading docks.

Requirements

Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship
3-5 years proven supervisory experience working in FAB
Demonstrate knowledge of FAB operations (yield / quality grades, carcass anatomy, etc.)
Must be able to effectively communicate in English (speaking, reading, and writing)
Extensive traveling which may include extended stays at plant sites
Good computer skills: ability to use designated programs including Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Display a strong work ethic and a professional attitude and appearance
Ability to overcome reasonable obstacles
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Must be assertive and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Ability to perform consistent, accurate work with minimal direction while working successfully as part of a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

HS Diploma or GED.
Post high school education, associate, or bachelor’s degree.
Bi-lingual (speaking, reading, and writing). Fluency in Spanish, Karenni, French, & Creole is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct line meetings
Promote and drive succession development within area of responsibility
Encourage professional team building
Oversee employee training in assigned area(s)
Participate in operational meetings
Evaluate departmental work performance and take corrective actions as necessary
Use Kronos reporting information to establish crewing shortages
Scheduling (communicating with employees on tasks that need to be completed)
Develop and implement operational strategies to maximize productivity, efficiency, and produce a quality product
Troubleshoot areas to minimize downtime during production
Perform SQF checks in area of responsibility to assure all assignments are being completed
Constantly monitor department for cleanliness / housekeeping
Ensure that product contamination is kept to a minimum
Conduct job specific training to guarantee the proper operation of equipment
Follow and monitor proper safety equipment usage and safety practices
Perform thorough accident investigations as necessary
Holding monthly safety meetings and group discussions to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, laws, and industry standards
Reporting policy infractions and being involved with taking the appropriate disciplinary steps
Issue disciplinary action in accordance with company standard practices and procedures
Verify labor hours (Kronos) to ensure all department crewing and payroll report accuracy