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Production Supervisor I

Overview
JBS USAjbsfoodsgroup.comPosted 11 days ago
Lenoir, NC, US$65k to $70k per yearOn-site
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Seniority level
Mid
Employment type
Full time
Work experience
1 to 3 years
Specialization
Production planning

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop frontline production team members to achieve operational goals.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  • Communicate performance expectations clearly and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and support employee growth and development plans.
  • Partner with Human Resources and Safety teams to develop and execute training initiatives.
  • Assist in employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and corrective action processes.

Requirements

  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence initiatives.
  • Previous experience within USDA-regulated food manufacturing environments.

Key skills

  • Employee Relations
  • OSHA
  • Food Safety
  • QA
  • HACCP
  • Microsoft Office
  • Bilingual
  • Spanish
  • Lean Manufacturing

Benefits & perks

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 60 days)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Sick Leave
  • Six Company-Observed Holidays
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Career Growth and Development Programs

Ongoing Leadership Training and Advancement Opportunities

At JBS USA, you'll join one of the world's leading food companies and become part of a team committed to operational excellence, employee development, food safety, and customer satisfaction. We invest in our people and provide opportunities for advancement, leadership development, and long-term career growth.

  • Generous vacation
  • Healthcare
  • Remote friendly
  • Retirement

Production & Operational Excellence

  • Direct daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, efficiency, and yield targets.
  • Coordinate labor resources and workflow to maximize productivity and throughput.
  • Monitor department performance metrics and implement corrective actions when needed.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency.
  • Maintain visual management systems and communicate performance results to leadership.
  • Ensure staffing levels and production schedules align with customer demand and business objectives.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

  • Champion a safety-first culture and enforce all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
  • Conduct accident investigations and implement preventative measures.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, quality assurance, GMP, HACCP, ISO, and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor product quality standards and customer specifications throughout the production process.
  • Maintain organized, clean, and audit-ready production areas.

Equipment & Facility Management

  • Ensure equipment, machinery, and tools are operating efficiently and safely.
  • Coordinate repairs and maintenance activities with maintenance personnel.
  • Monitor workplace conditions and proactively address operational issues before they impact production.

Communication & Collaboration

  • Partner closely with Production Management, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Safety, and Human Resources teams.
  • Participate in daily production meetings and communicate operational priorities effectively.
  • Support facility initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement, retention, safety performance, and operational results.

Required

  • 1-3 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing, food production, beef, pork, poultry, or related processing environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and achieve operational goals.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Experience coaching employees and managing performance.
  • Working knowledge of production processes, safety programs, and quality standards.
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule and 50+ hours per week as business needs require.
  • Excellent attendance and safety record.
  • Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Core Competencies

  • Leadership & Employee Development
  • Performance Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making
  • Results Orientation
  • Accountability
  • Time Management
  • Technical & Operational Knowledge

Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive CompensationBase Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 annually

Incentive Opportunities

Eligible for participation in the Company's quarterly bonus program based on performance and program criteria.

Working Environment

This position works within a food production facility where team members may be exposed to:

  • Cold-temperature environments
  • Loud noise levels
  • Production equipment and machinery
  • Wet and slippery surfaces
  • Food processing chemicals and sanitation agents
  • Fast-paced manufacturing operations

Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided and required.

Our Core Values

  • Determination
  • Discipline
  • Ownership
  • Humility
  • Simplicity
  • Sincerity
  • Availability

JBS USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug screening, background screening, and employment eligibility verification