PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - Pilgrim's Pride Corporation

Production Supervisor

Resume REQUIRED to be considered for this position,       

Location: Lenoir, North Carolina 

 Purpose & Scope:

This position is responsible for assuring all procedures are followed in achieving the highest level or productivity in the most cost-efficient manner possible while still maintaining the specification of the customer. Make sure all reporting requirements are met for area of supervision.

 Principle Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and direction to the production floor personnel
• Accomplish staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, disciplining employees; initiating, coordination and enforcing systems, policies and procedures
• Develop and maintain training programs in conjunction with the HR/Safety department to ensure all the personnel have the necessary skills to perform their duties safely and productively
• Coordinate daily production floor activities and delegate assignments to production personnel
• Communicate clear expectations to production personnel, keep them informed of matters pertaining to their job and develop personnel growth opportunities
• Monitor employee work performance relative to expectation and maintain product workflow through the facility
• Ensure material handlers supply the workstations with material quickly and efficiently
• Monitor and enforce safety practices and policies
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times by educating and directing personnel
• Ensure equipment and tools are in good working order and available for use when required.
• Ensure all stations are producing product to the company’s quality standards
• Continuously evaluate and modify plant workflow for increased throughput and productivity
• Monitor and enforce work start, break and stop times of the production floor personnel
• Monitor tidiness of the workstations and machines
• Coordinate cleanups where necessary fill our maintenance requests as necessary
• Attend and participate in regular production meetings
• Work in a fast paced environment with fast changing priorities
• Issue PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as well as tools as necessary
• Lead the production floor personnel and maintain a positive work atmosphere
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Position reports to and works closely with Production Superintendent
• Uphold all ISO and OSHA standards applicable to the responsibilities above
• Balance Quality, Productivity, Cost, Safety and Morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Work to continuously improve in all areas
• Manage departmental performances measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to manager
• Perform accident investigations
• Maintain proper inventory levels
• Manage department priorities
• Track absenteeism and timekeeping

 Competencies:

• Leadership
• Performance Management
• Problem Solving & Analysis
• Results Driven
• Communication Proficiency
• Time Management
• Technical Capacity
• Learning Orientation

 Working Conditions:

• Production and maintenance settings
• Exposure to various chemicals, machinery and knives
• Slippery floors, extreme temperatures and loud noises

Requirements:

Experience:  1-2 years proven supervisory experience in the Beef or Pork industry

 Special Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally in English
• Bilingual skills helpful
• Excellent conflict resolution skills
• Computer knowledge required
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work 50+ hours
• Good attendance and safety records

 Manages:  Production employees

EOE/Vet/Disabled