Rendering Engineering Supervisor

Seaboard Corporation•Guymon, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Seaboard Foods is hiring a Rendering Engineering Supervisor for its processing facility in Guymon, Oklahoma. The role provides day-to-day leadership, direction, and oversight of rendering operations and maintenance activities on an assigned shift. The supervisor is responsible for maintaining a safe working environment, equipment reliability, and operational continuity while improving productivity, efficiency, and process performance. The role leads and develops team members, coordinates maintenance and operational activities, and ensures adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards to meet production objectives. Seaboard Foods is a U.S. pork producer and processor and exporter to more than 30 countries. More than 5,400 employees across five states work on farms, feed mills, and processing plants. The company describes its commitment to animal well-being, the environment, employees, and communities, including renewable gas projects on its farms. It is owned by Seaboard Corporation. The position is primarily in an office environment, with some field work, and requires regular movement around the facility. The work schedule and hours are determined by business and departmental needs. After-hours work, weekends, and overnight travel may be requested.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of experience in rendering operations, industrial maintenance, or a comparable industrial processing or manufacturing environment.
Strong English communication skills, including the ability to communicate with team members at all organizational levels and with regulatory agencies.
Working knowledge of industrial equipment, mechanical systems, maintenance practices, and operational troubleshooting.
Ability to identify equipment deficiencies, evaluate operational issues, and coordinate corrective actions to minimize downtime.
Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to direct personnel and prioritize competing operational and maintenance requirements.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and electronic maintenance and operational reporting systems.
Knowledge of industrial safety practices and ability to enforce established safety procedures and company policies.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial maintenance, mechanical technology, electrical technology, or a related field.
At least two years of supervisory or leadership experience in rendering, protein processing, industrial maintenance, or a comparable manufacturing environment.
Bilingual communication skills, particularly English and Spanish.
Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Experience with rendering equipment and processes, including cookers, presses, conveyors, pumps, steam systems, and associated mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and oversight of rendering operations and maintenance personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations.
Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability, minimize unplanned downtime, and ensure work is performed safely and effectively.
Coordinate and prioritize work orders, equipment inspections, repairs, and planned downtime in support of operational requirements and production schedules.
Use systematic approaches and engineering principles, including lean manufacturing, to monitor equipment, diagnose issues, and ensure repairs and preventive maintenance are completed according to schedule.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve production efficiency and reduce waste.
Supervise employees who interpret work orders and specifications to determine whether equipment needs replacement, repair, or general maintenance.
Investigate, identify, and resolve process constraints and bottlenecks to prevent operational downtime.
Analyze daily department and equipment data to ensure consistent operations.
Ensure the operations team follows established standard operating procedures and checklists.
Ensure the department is prepared and set up each day for maximum efficiency.
Understand key performance indicators and their impact on operations.
Monitor work schedules and staffing levels to meet daily schedule attainment, and ensure staffing and hours worked are accurately recorded.
Supervise employee performance, direct work, ensure accurate timekeeping, and ensure team members are trained, qualified, and performing duties safely.
Follow company policies and procedures for product quality, food safety, and workplace safety.
Collaborate with operations and support departments to integrate mechanical engineering activities into the production process.