2024 Mexico Management Program

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