Production Superintendent - Prepared Foods 2nd shift

Pilgrim's • Mt. Pleasant, TX

3d • $69,135 - $83,998 • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Superintendent leads our Prepared Foods operations on 2nd shift. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and is committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The Production Superintendent directs production and processing supervisors within a single department across multiple shifts or several departments on a single shift. This leader ensures cost‑effective, on‑time manufacturing of high‑quality products while fostering a safe, productive, and collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED; College Degree in related field required.
• Previous leadership experience in a food or poultry processing facility, including at least one year of directly related experience.
• Effective communication both orally and in writing.
• Capable of independent decision making.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Strong organizational skills and acute attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in MS Office software applications.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead processing operations and personnel to meet established production, quality control, and cost standards.
• Oversee short-term operational planning, including shift scheduling, material requisition, machine loading, equipment maintenance, and grievance resolution.
• Coordinate with other plant functions to support output, productivity, and quality goals.
• Select, organize, train, and motivate the processing workforce to achieve production schedules at optimal productivity and cost levels.
• Recommend improvements to processing flow, methods, and operating procedures to eliminate issues and enhance product quality.
• Identify and recommend machine or equipment modifications 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 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree