Production Superintendent - Prepared Foods 1st shift
About The Position
In this leadership role, you will oversee the full execution of sanitation programs across the Pilgrim’s poultry processing plant, providing direction and support to the sanitation supervisors who manage daily shift ‑ level activities. You will ensure the facility consistently meets all sanitation, food safety, and regulatory requirements while partnering with sanitation managers to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency. Working closely with supervisors during sanitation shifts, you will guide the coordination of cleaning processes, verify proper use of sanitation equipment and chemicals, and ensure strict adherence to USDA, OSHA, and company sanitation standards. This role requires strong organizational and leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to address issues proactively—maintaining a safe, sanitary environment that supports reliable, high ‑ quality production every day.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED; College Degree in related field required.
- Must have previous management experience in a food or poultry processing facility, including at least one year of directly related experience.
- Directly related work experience may be used as a year ‑ for ‑ year substitute for the educational requirement.
- Effective communication both orally and in writing, capable of independent decision making, must have basic computer knowledge, strong organizational skills and acute attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and proficient in MS Office software applications.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Direct production and processing operations to meet established quality control standards, production schedules, and cost objectives.
- Provide accurate data regarding product types, quantities, specifications, and delivery timelines.
- Establish short‑term operational plans that support production continuity, including shift schedules, material requisitions, machine loading, equipment maintenance, and grievance resolution.
- Coordinate and integrate with other plant functions to ensure alignment in achieving output, productivity, and quality goals.
- Select, organize, train, and motivate the production workforce to achieve consistent performance at optimal productivity and cost levels.
- Recommend improvements to processing flow, methods, and operational practices.
- Ensure effective use of operating procedures designed to eliminate production issues and enhance product quality.
- Recommend modifications to machinery and equipment to improve processing efficiency and product quality.
- Promote and maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
- Serve as a key liaison between USDA personnel and plant operations.
- Coordinate production activities between the plant, grow‑out operations, and other production facilities as needed.
Benefits
- Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
- Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave
- 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
