Job Description

Essential Duties of the Job but not limited to the following:

· Monitoring the production processes to ensure goals are being met; schedules are followed

· Meet set budget and department goals

· Managing, direct, training and motivating a team of workers through effective communication

· Initiate and coordinate inventory and cost control programs

· Ensure that materials, labor and equipment are used efficiently to meet production targets.

· Prepare, maintain and submit production reports timely and accurately.

· Ensure that HACCP, GMPs and OSHA guidelines are being followed

· Develop and implement production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, and maintenance,

· Perform evaluation reviews on all production supervisors

· Resolve (proactively) employee-disciplinary issues/concerns with assistance from Plant Manager/HR

· Communicate and work cooperatively with members of the department and other plant employees

· Comply with all Federal, State and Company Safety guidelines

· use all safety devices to make others aware of any safety concerns

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the education/skills and experience that are required.

Education and/or Experience:

§ Minimum High School Diploma, additional education/certification preferred but not mandatory

§ 5-10 years manufacturing experience (Food/meat industry preferred)

§ Must have a thorough understanding of Company policies and working rules

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following competencies.

§ Communication/skills – Must be able to communicate with employees of all levels, Excellent verbal, writing and math skills

§ Organization Support – Follows policies and procedures; Completes tasks correctly and on time

§ Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Lead by example; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Must be able to lead people

§ Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality

§ Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Use of time efficiently; Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously

§ Attendance/Punctuality – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Keeps commitments

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk 100% of the time. Lifting and carrying of product does not exceed 65 lbs. Employees will perform occasionally twisting, turning, bending, kneeling and reaching. The employee will frequently reach above shoulder and outward.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. A reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to cold environmental conditions below 50 degrees.