Smithfield Foods
manufacturing
ProductionSupervisor-2ndShift
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“Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift at Smithfield Foods. Perform daily inspections on the production floor. Lead safety audits”
What You'll Achieve.
ensuring production targets are met on time and to the highest quality standards; maximizing efficiency; minimizing costs; keep everything running at peak performance; minimize downtime; reduce costs; maintain high standards of quality
Industry & Context.
leading problem-solving efforts for complex process issues; solid analytical and math abilities
travel up to 5% of the time, working in varying conditions (heat and cold), willing to work long hours and weekends when needed, plant environment will include wet or humid conditions, extreme cold and heat, working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals, Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud, Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus, Frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or reach with hands and stoop, kneel, or crawl and talk or hear
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required., Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project., communication skills (oral and written) while leading problem-solving efforts for complex process issues with solid analytical and math abilities., Skilled at motivating, training, and coaching employees to achieve peak performance while fostering a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment., Adaptable to fast-paced, dynamic environments, capable of working in varying conditions (heat and cold), and willing to work long hours and weekends when needed.
Nice to Have
SAP, internet tools, spreadsheets, Word, order processing, inventory software, food processing, leadership, manufacturing, knowledge of yields, plant efficiencies, operations procedures, bilingual
What You'll Do.
Perform daily inspections on the production floor
Ensure adherence to HACCP and USDA regulations
Maintain product quality by enforcing plans
Train employees on safe operating procedures
Track and analyze production yields
Improve workflows and equipment use
Direct and provide guidance to employees
Analyze key product performance metrics
Suggest changes to enhance production efficiency
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Drive clear communication across all levels; keeping the team aligned with daily objectives and results; guide and lead production employees; training, coaching, and motivating your team; fostering a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment; ensuring alignment on safety, quality, and production goals
Communication Scope
oral and written communication skills
Full Job Description
****If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.**** A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. **Apply Now!** ## **THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING** In this role, you'll be at the heart of our operations—leading the charge on the front lines. You'll oversee the entire production process, from tracking yields to making real-time adjustments to keep things running smoothly. Ensuring safety and USDA health standards are met at every stage of the manufacturing process will be in your hands. Your efforts will directly contribute to maintaining the trusted quality that brands like Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan's Famous, and others are known for. As a supervisor, you'll guide and lead production employees during your shifts, ensuring production targets are met on time and to the highest quality standards. You'll play a pivotal role in training, coaching, and motivating your team to achieve production goals while maintaining safety and quality. You’ll drive clear communication across all levels, keeping the team aligned with daily objectives and results, all while maximizing efficiency and minimizing costs. Plus, you'll oversee the routine maintenance and setup of equipment and facilities to keep everything running at peak performance. This is your chance to make a real impact in a dynamic environment where your leadership and expertise will shape the success of the operation. ## **WHAT YOU’LL DO** * **Safety and Compliance:** You will perform daily inspections on the production floor to identify unsafe conditions and take immediate corrective action as needed. You’ll also lead safety audits, champion ergonomic initiatives, and ensure adherence to HACCP and USDA regulations. * **Product
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