Maintenance Supervisor MISSISSIPPI/LAUREL

Physical Requirements:

Frequently required to walk, climb, and move in tight spaces

Frequently required to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, and controls

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust vision focus

Work is performed in a plant setting with moderate noise level in the working environment

Skills and Knowledge:

Extensive knowledge of all equipment and facility operations

Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment

Good communication skills

Knowledge of risk management and process safety management programs

Mechanical abilities

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of USDA, OSHA, and state guidelines

Ability to read and write in English

Ensure the routine operation of the department/area by evaluating efficiencies, line speeds, placement and rotation of team members

Work effectively with USDA and attempt to resolve issues as they arise

Coordinate all product quality with QA

Participate in pre-operative inspections conducted by QA

Train and certify by position new and existing staff regarding Production, USDA, HACCP, and OSHA guidelines as appropriate

Work with other interfacing departments to ensure adequate product, service and/or information is provided

Work with HR to address and resolve team member issues on hiring, attendance, employment termination, and contractual and disciplinary issues

Troubleshoot mechanical issues when possible

Conduct staff performance evaluations

Monitor, adjust and approve timecards daily in Kronos Timekeeper

Perform related duties as required

Qualifications:

Requires knowledge of protein manufacturing processes, preferably in poultry industry; including, but not limited to, standard operating procedures, USDA guidelines that govern line processes, HACCP, SSOPs, company policies, Team Member Reference Guide, and union contract, as well as demonstrated communication skills.

Ability to acquire knowledge of the machinery and processes used in the plant department

Ability to multi-task in an effective manner

Ability to collect data, prepare and interpret production reports

Ability to communicate with and manage large groups of team members

Ability to respond quickly and sensibly to volatile situations or people and take corrective actions

Working knowledge of computers, including, but not limited to Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets

Strong communication skills.

Bilingual skills in English/Spanish/Creole are preferred

High school or equivalent

Environment:

Increased noise levels due to machinery

Varying range of temperatures

Damp and wet environment

Requirements:

Good personal hygiene and adherence to local, state, and federal health codes and standards

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Constant focus and concentration required to ensure a quality product is produced as well as to ensure safety of all team members is maintained from potentially hazardous conditions

Skills and Knowledge:

Good communication skills

Knowledge of SSOP and GMP

Knowledge of all product wash areas

Competencies:

Job Specific Competencies

Consistently perform duties throughout entire shift

Follow all written and verbal instructions

Attention to detail

Good communication

Core Competencies

Safety

Quality

Yield

Cost

Relationships

Team Member Code

Safety starts and ends with you

People eat what we make

Hard works always pays off

Doing what's right is never wrong

Communicate, Communicate, Communicate

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