Production Supervisor - Flex Pack (Evening Shift)

Butterball Careers•Carthage, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor guides day-to-day activities for a line or area in a food processing facility, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and effectively and that standards and key performance indicators (KPIs) are met. The role supports a strong safety culture and continuous improvement through Butterball Operating System Solutions (BOSS), and empowers change at the floor level. The supervisor leads a team of entry-level individual contributors, providing guidance, coaching, and support. The role also participates in human resources activities, enforces company policies and regulatory requirements, monitors safety and quality, and helps ensure manufacturing protocols and product specifications are followed. The position maintains production and department records, addresses gaps in efficiency and quality, and participates in investigations and facility or department meetings. Work is primarily in a manufacturing plant, with varying conditions including cold, wet, and warm areas and exposure to chemicals and other site conditions. Occasional work may take place in a climate-controlled office. Personal protective equipment is required in the manufacturing environment, where noise may exceed 85 dBA and require hearing protection. Occasional travel may be required. The position is designated safety-sensitive under Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 4 years of relevant experience, or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role.
At least 1 year of leadership experience, or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role.
Knowledge of USDA regulations, HACCP, SOP, and SSOP requirements, or the ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly.
Proficiency in safety best practices and standards.
Familiarity with operations metrics such as yields, pounds or birds per man hour (PMH), and line speeds.
Leadership skills and the ability to coach, guide, support, and motivate a team.
Verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively at all levels.
Data review, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and basic math skills, including arithmetic and percentages.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Time-management, organization, and prioritization skills, with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, operating equipment and office devices, occasional climbing, and lifting up to about 50 pounds.
Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

Experience in poultry or meat manufacturing.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day activities of a team of entry-level individual contributors, providing guidance, coaching, and support.
Participate in human resources activities, including hiring, terminations, performance management, goal setting, team member development, and scheduling.
Enforce systems, policies, and procedures, and ensure the team understands and follows safety policies and procedures.
Conduct routine safety and quality audits and provide on-the-floor coaching as needed.
Model and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory guidelines, including USDA, OSHA, DOL, EEOC, and HACCP requirements.
Ensure the team follows manufacturing protocols, product specifications, and quality guidelines.
Use labor, tools, supplies, and equipment effectively to maximize efficiency and capacity.
Routinely scan the department to identify and resolve issues with equipment operations or processes, or escalate them as needed.
Identify and address further training and development needs.
Maintain accurate and timely production data and update daily and weekly department reports, including production, attendance, preflight checklist, staffing, and training reports.
Identify and resolve gaps in efficiency and quality.
Participate in investigations, gather and document information, and resolve limited employee complaints.
Participate in department and facility meetings.
Provide consultation and advice based on practical day-to-day experience in the area of responsibility.
Develop and implement plans to meet KPIs and support continuous improvement using Butterball Operating System Solutions (BOSS).