Supervisor Production- Stock Yards

US Foods•Birmingham, AL

9d•$50,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for supervising Warehouse Production and Inventory Associates. The incumbent will assign work for same-day or future orders, ensure raw material is prepped and available for timely completion, and maximize product flow through packaging. They will also ensure first-in, first-out meat rotation from the cooler and freezer, work with Buyers to manage inventory and forecast future needs, and set up the second shift for seamless transition. Collaboration with Sales and Purchasing for future order planning and inventory requirements, as well as with Food Safety & Quality Assurance to maintain good manufacturing practices, HACCP, OSHA, and USDA standards, is essential. The role requires working continually in a refrigerated environment (35°F-45°F) and for periods in a freezer environment (-10°F to +10°F).

Requirements

HS Diploma required
2 years of experience managing/leading an hourly workforce required
2 years of food production and inventory experience (meat, poultry or seafood) required
Proactive, good at problem solving, good oral/written communication skills, effectively transmit knowledge.
Good organization skills.
Committed to high standards of ethics and integrity.
Ability to motivate and energize people to achieve desired results.
Strong understanding of financial reports and cutting yield mathematics.
Willingness and desire to perform above industry standards to achieve and exceed expected results.
Experience supervising a team of protein production warehouse and inventory associates.
Strong skills in process improvement.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications required.

Nice To Haves

some college desired

Responsibilities

Assigns work in the Warehouse for same-day or future orders.
Ensures raw material is prepped and available for swift and timely completion and product flow through packaging is maximized.
Ensures first in first out meat rotation from the Cooler and Freezer for all species.
Works with Buyers to ensure adequate inventory to meet production needs and helps forecast future needs.
Sets up 2nd shift, if applicable, for seamless shift transition according to known daily customer requirements through close communication with 2nd shift Supervisor.
Work with Sales and Purchasing to plan future order production and inventory requirements.
Work with Food Safety & Quality Assurance to maintain good manufacturing practices, meet HACCP and OSHA requirements and maintain all USDA standards.
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.