Production Superintendent

Pilgrim's • Douglas, GA

2d

About The Position

The Production Superintendent directs production and processing supervisors across several departments on a single shift to ensure cost-effective, on-time manufacture of quality products. This position is for the Debone area and requires working second shift. The role oversees production operations and personnel, production schedules, quality, costs, staffing, and coordination with other plant functions.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of directly related experience.
• Knowledge of USDA regulations.
• Strong diplomacy and communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of supervisory training experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Direct production operations and personnel to meet production and quality standards, control budgets and costs, and provide production data and delivery information.
• Establish short-term activities to maintain production continuity and balance, including shift schedules, material requisitions, machine loading, grievance resolution, and equipment maintenance.
• Coordinate with other plant functions to support output, productivity, and quality.
• Select, organize, train, and motivate production employees to meet production schedules at appropriate productivity and cost levels.
• Recommend improvements to production flow or methods.
• Ensure operating methods and procedures are used effectively to address operating problems and improve product quality.
• Counsel supervisors on job performance and departmental efficiency as needed.
• Recommend machine and equipment modifications to improve production and product quality.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays, and other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k) with company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Eligibility to participate in the company’s annual discretionary bonus plan.
• Continuous learning and career-development programs.
• Better Futures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED