Production Supervisor

JBS Foods • Russellville, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is the frontline leader overseeing daily operations in Pilgrim’s poultry production facility, specifically Saddle Pack Dark Meat. The role focuses on meeting production targets while maintaining high standards for safety, quality assurance, and efficiency. The supervisor works primarily on the production floor, coordinating team duties, monitoring equipment and workflow, enforcing health and safety compliance, and responding to operational issues in real time. Must be willing to work first shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One or more years of previous supervisory experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions independently.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Must be willing to work first shift.

Nice To Haves

• College degree in a related field.
• Leadership experience with 20 or more employees.
• Poultry or food industry experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Train employees and create a positive work environment that helps them reach their potential in quality and productivity.
• Organize manpower, materials, equipment, and production schedules to support efficient operations.
• Oversee employee performance and provide constructive positive and corrective feedback.
• Encourage open communication and employee involvement to build team morale and support company values.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify quality improvements, cost savings, and process enhancements.
• Ensure safety standards are followed and promote a safe working environment for all team members.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the Plant Operations Team.
• Coordinate team duties and monitor equipment and workflow on the production floor.
• Respond to operational issues in real time.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental 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 tri-annual discretionary bonus plan, subject to its standard terms and conditions.
• Continuous learning opportunities and career growth through learning and development programs.
• Better Futures.

What This Job Offers

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