Retail Preprice & Chiller Supervisor 1st Shift

Wayne Farms•Bryan, TX

11d

About The Position

The Retail Preprice & Chiller Supervisor oversees production line or department personnel to ensure procedures comply with company policies, including HACCP, SSOPs, and GMPs, as well as applicable federal and state regulations such as USDA and OSHA requirements. The role is responsible for meeting production schedules, maintaining customer specifications and satisfaction, and achieving productivity and budget objectives. The supervisor manages and improves production processes, assigns and rotates personnel, ensures accurate reporting, and works with Quality Assurance to maintain food safety and sanitation. The position also mentors and trains employees, addresses performance and disciplinary matters fairly, promotes safety, and coordinates with other departments and shifts. The role supervises up to 100 employees and requires the ability to work non-standard or extended shifts, including nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in a manufacturing setting.
At least one year of leadership experience, including knowledge of timekeeping requirements, policy adherence, Top 25 behaviors, conflict resolution, and efficient issue resolution.
Working knowledge of poultry processing, food safety regulations, OSHA guidelines, GMP, and HACCP.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
Proficient computer and math skills.
Self-starter with strong initiative and a sense of urgency, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work non-standard or extended shifts, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed.
Ability to move about throughout the shift.
Ability to work in environments with noise above 85 decibels, CO2, moving production, potential heat of 99°F (37°C), cold of 45°F (4°C), wet and/or dusty conditions, and live and/or raw animal odors.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree with relevant college coursework.
Three years of experience in food manufacturing or the poultry industry.
Three years of leadership experience.
Ability to communicate in multiple languages.

Responsibilities

Manage the production line or department by establishing and adjusting procedures to meet schedules, improve efficiency, and meet or exceed budget objectives.
Deploy and rotate personnel to optimize efficiency, support ergonomics, and meet production schedules.
Ensure daily departmental, attendance, staffing, yield, and other required reports are accurately completed and recorded.
Identify and communicate opportunities to optimize throughput, reduce waste, improve product quality and ergonomics, and eliminate recurring deficiencies such as product holds, accidents, and downtime.
Lead or participate in process-improvement planning and implementation, monitor improvement metrics, and respond to unfavorable trends.
Partner with Quality Assurance to maintain a food-safe and sanitary environment in accordance with specifications and USDA requirements.
Mentor, coach, train, and cross-train employees, encourage career development, and provide feedback on strengths and areas for improvement.
Administer performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions fairly and consistently.
Follow and promote safety initiatives, including ensuring required PPE is worn, and help maintain a zero-accident culture.
Collaborate with other departments and shifts to meet or exceed departmental and location goals.
Learn, understand, and adhere to the current union-negotiated contract, if applicable.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
Wear required protective equipment in all areas where it is mandatory.