2nd Shift-Production Supervisor
Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: Wichita
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Your OpportunityIn Operations, you would be on the front-line of
the business; overseeing production, tracking product yields, and
making necessary adjustments. Ensuring that safety and USDA health
standards are met throughout all steps of the manufacturing
process. You would be a key player in upholding the trusted quality
in which Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan's Famous, and our other brands
are known to possess. Supervises production employees on assigned
shifts to ensure production guidelines are being met within
established timing, quality, and cost standards. Trains, directs,
coaches and leads the production team in the day-to-day operations
to meet production, safety and quality requirements. Drives the
communication of production goals and objectives, as well as
results in order to effectively motivate the team to maintain a
high standard of product quality while maximizing plant
efficiencies. Directs the routine maintenance and set up of
machines, equipment, and facilities. Core Responsibilities Performs
daily walks and visual inspections of the Production floor in
observation of unsafe acts or conditions; takes immediate
corrective action where necessary. Maintains safety/environmental
self-audits & visual checks, champions all safety or ergonomic
activities for the department and helps to develop and meet plant
safety goals. Maintain desired product quality and safety. Ensure
all staff and employees know and understand the Food Safety plan
and the Food Quality plan. Trains employees to ensure safe
operating procedures are followed, including lock-out and tag-out.
Adheres to product specification requirements throughout the
manufacturing process to maintain the desired product quality
results. Maintains adequate knowledge of products and equipment to
ensure the ability to direct employees to perform the job properly.
Ensures tasks are completed in accordance with HACCP and USDA
regulations; taking corrective action when necessary. Walks the
production floor daily and holds monthly line meetings to address
questions and concerns. Maintain or exceed goals on yields and
efficiencies. Works with the Operations Managers and/or
Superintendents/Supervisors to maintain knowledge of yields and
variances, methods of calculations, typical problem areas and
methods for corrections and improvement. Suggests changes in work
flow processes and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the
department and/or production crew to maintain the lowest level of
downtime and product costs possible. Traces and analyzes key
product result measures for improvement opportunities. The above
statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other
duties as assigned. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully,
an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the
essential functions. High school diploma or general education
degree (GED) and 2 years of related experience, required.In lieu of
a High School Diploma or GED, candidate must have 4 years of
manufacturing industry experience in a production environment and a
minimum of 2 years related experience leading or supervising
others.Bachelor's degree and previous leadership experience;
preferred.Knowledge of SAP, Internet, Spreadsheet, Word and Order
processing, and Inventory software, preferred.Previous food
processing experience, supervisory experience, manufacturing
knowledge and understanding of yields, plant efficiencies, and
operations procedures, preferred.Bilingual a plusExcellent oral and
written communication skills.Able to lead problem solving and
troubleshooting efforts associated with high-level process
issues.Strong problem solving, math, and analytical skills.Ability
motivate, train and coach employees to encourage optimum
performance and engagement.Good planning and priority setting
skills. Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic
environment. Ability to be respectful, approachable and team
oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive
work environment. Ability to work in varying production
environments (heat and cold). May be required to work long hours
and weekends. Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics
& physical demands described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The 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
abilities required include close vision, distance vision and
ability to adjust focus.Frequently required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. Supervisory
Responsibilities Provides leadership and guidance to employees on
the Production Floor.Carries out supervisory responsibilities in
accordance with the organization's policies and applicable
laws.Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training
employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising
performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing
complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.
Career BenefitsTo learn more about Smithfield's benefits, visit
smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits.Why Work at Smithfield Foods? We
are committed to meeting our employees' needs, addressing their
concerns and helping them enjoy rewarding careers with our company.
PEOPLE MATTERWith more than 60,000 jobs globally, our employees
drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and
rewarding work environment.GROWTH & DEVELOPMENTWorking at
Smithfield isn't just a job - it's the foundation for a lifelong
career with training designed to help you advance
professionally.BENEFITSOur people matter. That's why we offer
excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time
employees.SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGESustainability is ingrained in our
culture and guides how we operate. We believe in innovating for the
future.About Smithfield Foods Headquartered in Smithfield, Va.
since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with
agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs
globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly®"
and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated
protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for
more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments
to become carbon negative in U.S. company-owned operations and
reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain
by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity
and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our
communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic
brands, such as Smithfield ® , Eckrich ® and Nathan's Famous ® ,
among many others. For more information connect with us on
Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. EEO/AA Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace
diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected
veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other
protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by
law.
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