Job Description

Production Supervisor

Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 3:45 AM – 4:00 PM (Fridays as scheduled)

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for maintaining high levels of production, quality, and yield while ensuring a safe and efficient work environment. This role oversees daily production operations, staffing, food safety, quality compliance, and employee performance to achieve operational goals. The Production Supervisor must have a strong understanding of the production process, workforce management, recordkeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a positive team culture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review daily production schedules and orders to ensure customer requirements are met accurately and on time.
• Ensure all production line positions are properly staffed before startup.
• Oversee team member warm-up exercises and job rotation programs to support ergonomics and reduce workplace injuries.
• Monitor production processes to maximize efficiency, quality, and yield.
• Ensure all machinery and equipment are operating effectively and notify maintenance personnel as needed.
• Verify that all workstations meet USDA inspection standards and company food safety requirements.
• Promote a culture of safety through daily observations, coaching, and monthly safety meetings.
• Ensure accurate product coding, inventory rotation, and shipment verification.
• Maintain production records, yield reports, and documentation for reworked or returned products.
• Communicate company policies, benefits, compensation programs, and operational expectations to team members.
• Provide leadership, motivation, and support to create a productive and engaged workforce.
• Train, develop, coach, and retain team members while addressing performance concerns as needed.
• Counsel employees regarding personal and professional issues affecting workplace performance.
• Collaborate with other supervisors and departments to resolve production, staffing, quality, and operational challenges.
• Reinforce quality standards and provide ongoing education regarding product quality expectations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional education, vocational training, technical certifications, or college coursework is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Poultry or food processing experience preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality standards, and safety procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency, including production reporting and data entry.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises production team members performing related production activities.
• Responsible for employee training, scheduling, performance management, attendance monitoring, and coaching.

Travel

• Occasional travel required (1–5 trips per year).

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing and poultry processing environment.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and production equipment.
• Frequent standing, walking, and monitoring of production operations throughout the shift.
• Ability to work extended hours and Fridays as business needs require.