Further Processing Supervisor

Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food. Summary The Further Processing Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of production associates to achieve required production and quality standards in a safe, efficient, and effective manner and for promoting and maintaining positive working relationships within the production group. Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Trains, develops, and directs team members to meet operating, safety and quality requirements within the department and/or area. Supervises production staff to ensure product quality and integrity and ensures all finished product meets or exceeds customer requirements. Creates and maintains a positive work environment conducive to retaining associates. Consistently administers Company policies and procedures. Supports and promotes the Company's annual People, Products, Profitability and Planet goals through effective and efficient planning, communication and coaching, training and overall direction of the workforce. Creates and implements, with management approval, new ideas and methods to improve production efficiencies, CSI, QI, and Safety scorecard. Supports Company values and positive leadership behaviors. Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED. Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture or related discipline preferred. Experience Requirements 1 years of leadership experience ideally within an animal protein or agricultural manufacturing environment. Proven ability to create and build a positive work environment within a diverse team. Ability to provide constructive feedback and embrace coachable moments. Strong communication skills (verbal and written). Strong math and analytical skills. MS Office proficiency in Word and Excel. Must be able to travel to other facilities and plants for meetings and/or Company business as needed. Experience Preferred 3 years proven positive leadership, supervisory, and team building experience. Ability to build and retain high functioning, positive, and diverse teams. Kronos knowledge. PowerPoint proficiency. Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. May need to access files, supplies and equipment. When in a plant environment: Will be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Exposure to wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility. Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company. Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.