2025 MEXICO MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION FORM
Salaried
Location: Plant
Salary Class: Exempt
Supervision of Personnel:
· Managing anywhere between 40-70 hourly employees
· Managing Hourly Production employees
· Managing Management Support employees
Relationships and liaising within the Company:
· Liaising internally with employees on the production line and plant management
· Liaising externally with the USDA team and Union
Main Responsibilities of the Production Supervisor:
· Impacting the overall P&L of the business by analyzing data and making strategic decisions.
· Meeting and exceeding production goals such as setting targets, monitoring progress, and optimizing processes.
· Being responsible for meeting volume goals through the improvement of efficiencies by identifying and implementing efficiency-enhancing measures.
· Being responsible for increasing production attainment volume through process flow management by optimizing the workflow and production processes.
· Improving employee safety by identifying hazards and bringing in problem-solving solutions by conducting safety assessments and implementing safety measures.
· Managing efforts to reach a zero-based budget by planning and controlling labor expenses based on budget constraints.
· Looking for ways to reduce cost through the elimination of waste by conducting cost analysis and waste reduction initiatives.
· Looking for continuous improvement in operating processes and procedures and encouraging hourly team members' ownership of all processes by using the tools and principles of Operational Excellence by promoting a culture of continuous improvement and providing training.
· Educating team members on the principles of Operational Excellence for a better understanding of the problems/solutions by conducting training sessions and workshops.
· Completing daily production plans by scheduling and assigning employees, accomplishing work results, prioritizing, monitoring progress, revising schedules, resolving problems, and reporting results on end-of-shift production summaries by overseeing daily production activities and adjusting plans as needed.
· Managing hourly employees' payroll as well as vacation by handling payroll processes and vacation scheduling.
· Adhering to all product specifications to reduce claims and maximize yields by ensuring that products meet quality standards.
· Increasing employee retention and maintaining good working relationships with the Union, USDA, and all employees by implementing retention strategies and fostering positive relationships.
· Maintaining a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing employees on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources by guiding safety procedures.
· Ensuring food safety, human resources, and safety policies compliance by all production employees by monitoring and enforcing policies and procedures.
Working Conditions:
· Production and maintenance settings
· Exposure to various chemicals, machinery, and knives
· Slippery floors, extreme temperatures, and loud noises
· High level of interaction with other departments and employees
· 50+ hours per week, occasionally on weekends
Requirements:
· Minimum 1-2 years of background experience in packing house
· Knowledge of products and their specifications
· Basic computer knowledge
· Being bilingual is important but not mandatory
Special Skills:
- Proficient in clear and respectful written and verbal communication.
- Bilingual proficiency (optional)
- Capable of independent decision making
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively
- Excellent conflict resolution skills
- Demonstrates integrity and fairness
- Quick and effective adaptation to new and changing situations
- Demonstrates a strong desire for continuous improvement in work and processes
- Shows compassion towards and has a genuine interest in others’ well-being
- Basic computer knowledge required
- Strong organizational skills to maintain efficiency
- Open and willing to work assigned hours/days, including occasional weekends as needed
- Consistent good attendance and safety records
- Working knowledge of a beef processing facility
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
- Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
- Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
- 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
- Base salary range starting at $60,000
- Relocation available if applicable
EOE/Vets/Disability