Operations Superintendent - 1st Shift

West Liberty Foods

1d•$75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Operations Superintendent is responsible for daily production on an assigned shift. Areas of focus may be both ready to eat and raw processes ensuring the efficient and safe manufacturing of quality products in a manner that is consistent with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent is preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a production leadership role, managing multiple shifts and having supervisory direct reports.
Experience in a high volume food production facility is desirable and preferably working in a USDA (meat) facility.
Preferably experience working with automated equipment.
Experience in a large production operation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lead a team of resourceful and skilled team members.
Must be able to work independently without constant supervision.
Must be able to problem solve.
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.
Advanced computer skills including Google Suite.
Knowledge of UKG/Kronos or other timekeeping system.
Ability to lead, motivate and develop others.
Coaching and performance management experience a plus.
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends if needed.
Candidates must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test and background screen.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high volume food production facility is desirable and preferably working in a USDA (meat) facility.
Preferably experience working with automated equipment.
Coaching and performance management experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Supervises the activities of the assigned departmental supervisors including production volume, cost, quality and production schedules.
Confers with the Operations Manager and Scheduling to establish working schedules for all departments connected with production.
Monitors safety activity and training. Attains recordable and lost time goals. Operates in compliance with all plant and OSHA requirements.
Reviews yields variance and productivity reports on a daily basis and reports to Plant Manager any and all negative variances, along with corrective action.
Coordinates equipment and facility maintenance with Maintenance Department.
Works with Human Resources to ensure departments are fully staffed at all times and promptly communicates any vacancies.
Leads teams and applies root cause analysis to put in place corrective measures to any and all production opportunities.
Provides leadership for all supervisors and ensures they perform to their potential and work together to achieve departmental requirements and goals.
Approves all personnel changes within area of responsibility.
Works with supervisors to reduce employee concerns and promotes a spirit of cooperation and among team members and between company and team members.
Ensures the completion of all scheduled monthly safety training.
Ensures USDA requests and requirements are addressed and followed within compliance. Follows the plants TQC program.
Other duties as assigned.