Production Supervisor
Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: Wilson
Posted on: June 24, 2022
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Job Description:
Your OpportunityIn Operations, you would be on the front-line of
the business; overseeing production, tracking product yields, and
making necessary adjustments. Ensuring that safety and USDA health
standards are met throughout all steps of the manufacturing
process. You would be a key player in upholding the trusted quality
in which Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan's Famous, and our other brands
are known to possess. Supervises production employees on assigned
shifts to ensure production guidelines are being met within
established timing, quality, and cost standards. Trains, directs,
coaches and leads the production team in the day-to-day operations
to meet production, safety and quality requirements. Drives the
communication of production goals and objectives, as well as
results in order to effectively motivate the team to maintain a
high standard of product quality while maximizing plant
efficiencies. Directs the routine maintenance and set up of
machines, equipment, and facilities. Core Responsibilities A great
job and a great future await you at Smithfield Foods. As the
world's largest pork processor and largest hog producer in the
United States, we're a $16 billion global food company with more
than 55,000 employees. We're looking for motivated people who want
to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.
Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible
for great benefits packages: Competitive Starting pay Additional
bonus potential of $15K ! Earn up to 30% additional pay weekly with
our Extended Work Week Compensation Program!* Earn up to 10%
additional pay weekly for 2 nd and 3 rd shift positions!*
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
*Program eligibilities apply In addition, we offer opportunities
for career growth, professional development, and tuition
assistance. Performs daily walks and visual inspections of the
Production floor in observation of unsafe acts or conditions; takes
immediate corrective action where necessary. Maintains
safety/environmental self-audits & visual checks, champions all
safety or ergonomic activities for the department and helps to
develop and meet plant safety goals. Maintain desired product
quality and safety. Ensure all staff and employees know and
understand the Food Safety plan and the Food Quality plan. Trains
employees to ensure safe operating procedures are followed,
including lock-out and tag-out. Adheres to product specification
requirements throughout the manufacturing process to maintain the
desired product quality results. Maintains adequate knowledge of
products and equipment to ensure the ability to direct employees to
perform the job properly. Ensures tasks are completed in accordance
with HACCP and USDA regulations; taking corrective action when
necessary. Walks the production floor daily and holds monthly line
meetings to address questions and concerns. Maintain or exceed
goals on yields and efficiencies. Works with the Operations
Managers and/or Superintendents/Supervisors to maintain knowledge
of yields and variances, methods of calculations, typical problem
areas and methods for corrections and improvement. Suggests changes
in work flow processes and use of equipment to increase efficiency
of the department and/or production crew to maintain the lowest
level of downtime and product costs possible. Traces and analyzes
key product result measures for improvement opportunities. The
above statements are intended to describe the general nature and
level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They
are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform
other duties as assigned. QualificationsTo perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to
perform the essential functions. High school diploma or general
education degree (GED) and 2 years of related experience, required.
In lieu of a High School Diploma or GED, candidate must have 4
years of manufacturing industry experience in a production
environment and a minimum of 2 years related experience leading or
supervising others. Bachelor's degree and previous leadership
experience; preferred. Knowledge of SAP, Internet, Spreadsheet,
Word and Order processing, and Inventory software, preferred.
Previous food processing experience, supervisory experience,
manufacturing knowledge and understanding of yields, plant
efficiencies, and operations procedures, preferred. Bilingual a
plus Excellent oral and written communication skills. Able to lead
problem solving and troubleshooting efforts associated with
high-level process issues. Strong problem solving, math, and
analytical skills. Ability motivate, train and coach employees to
encourage optimum performance and engagement. Good planning and
priority setting skills. Ability to work well with others in fast
paced, dynamic environment. Ability to be respectful, approachable
and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a
positive work environment. Ability to work in varying production
environments (heat and cold). May be required to work long hours
and weekends. Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics
& physical demands described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions
(non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related),
working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne
particles, and chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is
usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required include close vision, distance vision and
ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. Supervisory
Responsibilities Provides leadership and guidance to employees on
the Production Floor. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in
accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training
employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising
performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing
complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.
Career BenefitsTo learn more about Smithfield's benefits, visit
smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits.Why Work at Smithfield Foods? We
are committed to meeting our employees' needs, addressing their
concerns and helping them enjoy rewarding careers with our company.
PEOPLE MATTERWith more than 60,000 jobs globally, our employees
drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and
rewarding work environment.GROWTH & DEVELOPMENTWorking at
Smithfield isn't just a job - it's the foundation for a lifelong
career with training designed to help you advance
professionally.BENEFITSOur people matter. That's why we offer
excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time
employees.SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGESustainability is ingrained in our
culture and guides how we operate. We believe in innovating for the
future.About Smithfield Foods Headquartered in Smithfield, Va.
since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with
agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs
globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly®"
and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated
protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for
more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments
to become carbon negative in U.S. company-owned operations and
reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain
by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity
and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our
communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic
brands, such as Smithfield ® , Eckrich ® and Nathan's Famous ® ,
among many others. For more information connect with us on
Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. EEO/AA Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace
diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected
veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other
protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by
law.
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