Rendering General Supervisor

Seaboard Corporation•Sioux City, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the department. This position provides leadership and direction to supervisors and team members in operations, maintenance, and quality. Support personnel as needed to achieve production, safety, quality, and reliability goals. The General Supervisor is accountable for workforce development, production performance, equipment reliability, preventive maintenance execution, regulatory compliance, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role ensures effective communication and coordination between departments/crews and develops employees through coaching and accountability. Drives operational excellence while maintaining a safe and productive work environment. This role ensures effective communication and coordination between departments/crews and develops employees through coaching, accountability, and continuous improvement. Drives operational excellence while maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Establishes good lines of communication between support departments and plant operations. The Rendering General Supervisor bridges the gaps between shifts.

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution
2-3 years rendering experience
3-5 years of supervisory experience
Well developed management skills utilizing sound management principles in leading a team of employees
Proven ability to train and motivate personnel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write reports and business correspondence
Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines
Ability to read and interpret documents in the English language such as safety files, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Must be able to effectively communicate with USDA, production and management personnel
Ability to apply mathematical applications to practical situations
Ability to solve practical problems
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Ability to use computers and all standard programs used by the industry and the ability to learn and effectively use all other computer programs that are or will be made available
Strong organizational skills
Must believe and lead STF’s MISSION of producing quality port products, igniting the passion and growth of our team members, helping our community thrive, and making our business prosperous. Remembering that together we will achieve more by working safely and cultivating an inclusive and empowering environment.
Must believe and fully engage in STF’s VISION of being a place where we all belong, working as one, to build our future.
Must live STF’s VALUES in all decisions, behaviors, and interactions, which include- SAFETY- Be committed to the safety and welfare of all employees through prevention, education, and awareness, with the goal of eliminating workplace accidents.
QUALITY- Our customers and families depend on us to provide a safe, quality product, by maintaining the highest food safety standards and desired customer specifications. Must take pride in the products we produce and serve.
DIVERSITY- We embrace diversity, experience, and thought, and actively strive for inclusive behaviors across our company and our work. By promoting these values, we aim to create a positive work experience that encourage a sense of belonging.
COMMUNITY- Be a positive representative of STF in our community while supporting the organizations who work for the betterment of Siouxland.
SUSTAINABILITY- Be a steward of the earth by managing our environmental footprint.

Nice To Haves

Preferably special training, vocational school and/or college courses

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, utilities, operators, and maintenance personnel to improve performance and engagement.
Conduct employee performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and corrective action when necessary.
Ensure staffing levels are adequate to meet production and maintenance requirements while controlling labor costs.
Facilitate department meetings to communicate goals, expectations, performance metrics, and key initiatives.
Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Establish and clearly communicate realistic job requirements for subordinates; provide frequent feedback and review on performance and accurately appraise performance results against communicated expectations and when necessary, take action to resolve performance or work habit deficiencies.
Enforcing compliance with Government regulations
Ensure product quality standards are maintained, and corrective actions are taken when deviations occur.
Assist in developing and managing departmental budgets. Review operational expenses and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and food safety standards.
Conduct routine safety audits and inspections to identify and mitigate risks.
Ensure employees are properly trained and qualified to perform assigned duties safely.
Coordinate and collaborate with other departments in plant in establishing and carrying out responsibilities.
Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, quality of product, changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department, or work crew.
Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work problems.
Lead root cause analysis sessions when necessary to resolve problems and potential future risk.
Maximize production yields; efficiencies and insures adherence to product specifications
Conduct high level of cleanliness techniques.
Facilitate employee monthly meetings/training sessions.
Review upcoming maintenance activities and projects to verify all required parts, materials, tools, and contractor resources are available before scheduled work begins.
Ensure parts and materials for weekend maintenance activities are identified, staged, and ready for execution prior to the start of scheduled downtime.
Develop and maintain a critical spare parts inventory program to minimize equipment downtime and production interruptions.