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Production Supervisor - 1st Shift at Perdue Farms Inc
Overview
The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in leading production teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency on the production floor. Your ability to organize tasks, develop team members, and drive performance will be key to maintaining smooth operations and meeting company goals.
Success Profile
What makes a successful Production Supervisor at Perdue? Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Leadership
- Organized
- Problem-solver
- Team-oriented
- Efficient
- Safety-conscious
Culture & Values
At Perdue, we believe that success starts with our people. Our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters, and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve.
Career Path
The career path depicted below is intended as a potential roadmap, not a fixed journey. This path is designed to inspire you to explore different directions, based on your unique strengths and interests and allowing for personal and professional development.
- Production Supervisor
- Production Superintendent
- Plant Manager
- Production Supervisor - 1st Shift
Job Description
Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset.
As a Production Supervisor, you will play a vital role in keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently each day. You will lead and support hourly associates across receiving, order processing, production, and shipping, ensuring finished products move seamlessly through the warehouse. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact by championing quality, safety, and compliance while driving productivity and engagement on the floor.
Responsibilities
- Enforce safety protocols, team compliance with safety standards and a safe working environment for all associates.
- Conduct regular safety training, risk assessments, and incident investigations to prevent workplace injuries.
- Maintain compliance with all food safety regulations and company policies, including HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation protocols, to maintain a safe and high-quality production environment.
- Lead corrective actions for non-compliance and drive initiatives to reduce waste, contamination risks, and product recalls.
- Implement and monitor quality control processes, including inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
- Collaborate with leadership to execute lean manufacturing principles to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
- Identify and implement process improvements to boost operational efficiency and product quality.
- Verify the facility adheres to all relevant environmental laws and regulations, including those related to air and water quality, waste disposal, and hazardous management.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 2-3 years in a manufacturing environment with 1+ year in a supervisory role.
- Bachelor's/Associate's degree candidates with no manufacturing experience must have at least 1+ years of supervisory experience.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a focus on associate development.
- In-depth knowledge of quality control processes and compliance standards (i.e. ISO, OSHA, etc.).
- Awareness and willingness to learn lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (i.e. SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must be available to work 2nd shift hours.
Benefits
Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Medical/Rx
- 401(k) with employer match after 1 year
- Critical illness, accident insurance
- Dental, vision, life insurance
- Optional group life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability protection
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $85,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).
Perdue Farms Inc.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.