Fabrication Supervisor (AHP)

Job Summary The Production Supervisor will be responsible for directing, controlling, and coordinating a team of individuals to create a positive work environment with high morale. Developing good working relationships which reflects a commitment to safety (human & food), along with product quality, while maintaining constructive relations through company values and behaviors in action.

Training / leadership development

Conduct line meetings

Promote and drive succession development within area of responsibility

Encourage professional team building

Oversee employee training in assigned area(s)

Supervisory functions

Participate in operational meetings

Evaluate departmental work performance and take corrective actions as necessary

Use Kronos reporting information to establish crewing shortages

Scheduling (communicating with employees on tasks that need to be completed)

Develop and implement operational strategies to maximize productivity, efficiency, and produce a quality product

Troubleshoot areas to minimize downtime during production

Safety & Quality assurance

Perform SQF checks in area of responsibility to assure all assignments are being completed

Constantly monitor department for cleanliness / housekeeping

Ensure that product contamination is kept to a minimum

Conduct job specific training to guarantee the proper operation of equipment

Follow and monitor proper safety equipment usage and safety practices

Perform thorough accident investigations as necessary

Holding monthly safety meetings and group discussions to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, laws, and industry standards

Administrative duties

Reporting policy infractions and being involved with taking the appropriate disciplinary steps

Issue disciplinary action in accordance with company standard practices and procedures

Verify labor hours (Kronos) to ensure all department crewing and payroll report accuracy

NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship

3-5 years proven supervisory experience working in FAB

Demonstrate knowledge of FAB operations (yield / quality grades, carcass anatomy, etc.)

Must be able to effectively communicate in English (speaking, reading, and writing)

Extensive traveling which may include extended stays at plant sites

Preferred Qualifications:

HS Diploma or GED.

Post high school education, associate, or bachelor’s degree.

Bi-lingual (speaking, reading, and writing). Fluency in Spanish, Karenni, French, & Creole is highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Good computer skills: ability to use designated programs including Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Display a strong work ethic and a professional attitude and appearance

Ability to overcome reasonable obstacles

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Must be assertive and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Ability to perform consistent, accurate work with minimal direction while working successfully as part of a team

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical DemandsThe 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 occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

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Summary

America's Heartland Packing is set to open its doors in early 2025. The 775,000 sq. ft. greenfield project will include a harvest floor, carcass chillers, fabrication area, rendering, further processing area, storage coolers, freezers, and loading docks.

What we offer:

Competitive total compensation package for you and your family.

Excellent benefit plan. Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401k, Long & Short Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more!

Regular Full-Time