Shipping Supervisor- 2nd Shift Acorn

Farmer Focus•Harrisonburg, VA

3d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Supervisor oversees shipping operations and coordinates with all departments and Sales to schedule shipping and truck loading. The role oversees or performs administrative duties to ensure accurate order billing and inventory records, meet customer specifications, and maintain productivity in a cost-efficient manner. The supervisor leads 10–15 hourly shipping employees and is responsible for their performance, development, safety, and work schedules while ensuring compliance with food safety programs and company policies. This is a full-time, on-site position at the Acorn facility on the second shift. Occasional weekend and off-shift work is required. The role involves access to a poultry production environment and reports to the Shipping Manager. Travel is listed as less than 10%, though the posting says travel expectations must be confirmed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 4 years of experience in a production environment.
At least 2 years of leadership and/or supervisory experience overseeing 6 or more people.
Working knowledge of poultry processing, food safety regulations, OSHA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP.
Proficient knowledge of production processes, general line maintenance, and staffing.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs.
Proficient oral and written English; ability to communicate clearly and professionally with management, drivers, and people across the organization.
Demonstrated leadership ability and success building effective teams by engaging and motivating employees and influencing an organization.
Effective interpersonal communication, high work capacity, dependability, a results-oriented approach, a strong sense of urgency, sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.
Ability to interpret data, draw logical conclusions, apply critical thinking to standardized situations and non-routine problems, handle and resolve most issues independently, and manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to pass post-offer drug, alcohol, and background screening before starting employment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds; bending, twisting, climbing, stacking, pushing, and standing for long periods.
Must use hearing and eye protection, hair nets, and beard nets in production areas and follow safety policies and programs.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or some college coursework in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution.
At least 3 years of experience in food manufacturing.
At least 3 years of supervisory and/or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate shipping and truck-loading schedules with departments and Sales, and communicate with management and drivers about products being loaded.
Oversee or prepare paperwork for accurate order billing and inventory records, and complete reporting requirements on time.
Lead, supervise, coach, and train 10–15 hourly shipping employees to meet quality and productivity goals and food safety requirements.
Manage employee performance and development through ongoing positive and corrective feedback.
Manage work schedules, ensure appropriate staffing before production-line start-up, and oversee job rotation to support ergonomics.
Partner with Quality Assurance to maintain a sanitary, food-safe environment that meets specifications and USDA requirements.
Ensure compliance with food safety programs, including HACCP, SSOPs, and GMPs, and enforce company policies.
Establish and adjust procedures to meet production schedules, efficiency targets, budget objectives, and customer specifications.
Plan and implement process improvements; maximize yields and throughput while minimizing downtime, accidents, and turnover.
Promote workplace safety and follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
Reduce costs and optimize profitability through continuous improvement, employee involvement, and positive leadership.