Production Supervisor- Protein

Bunge • Morristown, TN

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the safe and efficient supervision of day-to-day assigned Protein Production operations department shift. Support the Production Manager in monitoring and improving plant productivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, chemical engineering or related field or equivalent progressive experience of 5+ years in soybean crushing, oil refining, oil packaging operations, or related and applicable activities in support of industrial operations is required
• Proficiency with basic computer skills, including Lotus Notes, Microsoft Word and other technical software packages, as needed
• Ability to work odd hours, weekends and rotating shift schedule required

Responsibilities

• Foster and promote a strong safety culture in which unsafe behaviors are not tolerated, and all employees and leaders share a commitment to achieving zero injuries.
• Champion food safety by supporting a strong food safety culture, maintaining compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement of the site's Food Safety Management System.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation standards and programs, providing support for sanitation inspections and the implementation of corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor, track, and report key productivity metrics and operational performance improvements for the assigned shift.
• Review and approve daily operating reports, Key Performance Results (KPRs), and other production documentation to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve operational challenges to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
• Provide operational input and support in the planning and execution of annual plant shutdowns and maintenance activities.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) programs and initiatives where applicable, ensuring adherence to established safety and risk-management standards.
• Partner with the Safety and Environmental Manager to ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across the assigned shift.
• Drive Operations Excellence initiatives that support safety, quality, productivity, and cost-performance objectives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead and support continuous improvement efforts, serving as a change agent to successfully implement and sustain operational improvements.
• Monitor key performance indicators and develop action plans to align shift performance with Operations Excellence goals and business objectives.
• Participate in daily production and cross-functional meetings to maintain alignment on operational priorities, performance expectations, and plant objectives.
• Assist with employee relations and personnel investigations, recommending and implementing appropriate corrective actions when necessary.
• Demonstrate and promote company core values through teamwork, integrity, accountability, and a commitment to operational excellence.
• Perform additional duties and special projects assigned to support plant and organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with automatic 5% company contribution and matching up to 4%
• 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Fertility coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5000 per year after one year of service
• Generous PTO based on professional work experience (0-9 years: 25 days, 10-19 years: 30 days, 20+ years: 35 days)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level