Smithfield
manufacturing
Superintendent2ndShift
“Superintendent - 2nd Shift at Smithfield. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics. Monitor daily and weekly yields, efficiencies, and profitability. Manage staffing and production schedules”
What You'll Achieve.
meet daily targets and exceed expectations; produce high-quality products on schedule; keeping the plant operating smoothly; boost production yields; plan for future capacity; maintain operational flexibility; maximizing efficiency; setting the stage for sustained growth; empowering teams; driving productivity; fostering a resilient production environment; meet customer needs; optimize resources; achieve an injury-free workplace; ensure compliance with USDA and company regulations; enhance both team performance and plant efficiency; achieving operational goals
Industry & Context.
taking corrective action as needed; identify opportunities to boost production yields; plan for future capacity; maintain operational flexibility to adapt quickly to changes; anticipating tomorrow’s needs; maximizing efficiency; setting the stage for sustained growth
Open to travel up to 10% of the time, Office and plant setting, plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), 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 when in the production area, Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus, Frequently required to walk; use hands to handle, or reach with hands and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear, Relocation Package Available
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 3+ years’ relevant or equivalent combination of education and experience, Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project, Experience using a variety of computer applications, including time-keeping systems, SAP, and Microsoft Office programs
Nice to Have
Bilingual skills, In-Depth Manufacturing Expertise, Strong Knowledge of Industry Standards, Dynamic Team Player
What You'll Do.
Monitor daily and weekly yields
Manage staffing and production schedules
Develop and implement safety and ergonomic programs
and customer service standards
Train supervisors and employees on company policies
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Provide leadership and guidance to employees
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Overseeing and coordinating a team of Production Supervisors; Ensure every team member is aligned to produce high-quality products; Providing Production Supervisors with expert guidance; Enhance team performance; Fostering a collaborative and productive environment; working seamlessly with others while fostering a respectful, approachable, and team-oriented atmosphere; building strong, positive relationships that drive team success
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