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Assistant Supervisor

Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Decatur, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2025
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Assistant Supervisor will partner with Supervisor/Manager to ensure all procedures are followed in compliance with Company policies and Federal and State regulations (i.e. USDA, OSHA, etc.) while achieving the highest level of productivity and maintaining customer specifications and satisfaction.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

  • Utilize knowledge of departmental practices, applicable policies and regulations to ensure department goals and objectives are met on time and within budget
  • Under minimal supervision, assist Supervisor/Manager with the running of the department or line, ensuring all work is compliant with company policies, procedures, food safety guidelines and GMP procedures, etc.
  • Deploy and/ or direct personnel as necessary ensuring proper staffing to complete work prior to shift start by understanding the daily workload or production requirements
  • Partner with the supervisor/manager to learn, understand and perform required timekeeping function requirements; complete and validate in a timely manner
  • Partner with the Supervisor/Manager and HR to learn, understand and perform disciplinary actions including Company requirements and all associated legal responsibilities and ramifications
  • Verify daily reporting is accurate and timely; communicate any variance/anomalies to Supervisor and/or Manager
  • Identify and communicate opportunities for process optimization (throughput, waste reduction, product quality, ergonomics, etc.) and/or reduce/eliminate repeat deficiencies (i.e. hold product, accidents, downtime, etc.)
  • Lead or participate in the planning and implementation of process improvements, monitor improvement metrics and respond to unfavorable trends
  • Lead and actively participate in departmental meetings
  • Follow and promote all safety initiatives helping to maintain a zero accident culture
  • Mentor, coach and train/ cross-train employees encouraging career development; schedule quarterly feedback meetings and provide consistent feedback concerning strengths and areas in need of improvement
  • Administer performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions in a fair and consistent basis
  • Learn, understand and adhere to current Union negotiated contract requirements if applicable
  • Work corroboratively with other departments/shifts ensuring departmental or location goals are met or exceeded
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supervise hourly line or salaried personnel under direction of Supervisor/ Manager
  • This role is a Leader of People role with required competencies: Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus and Conflict Management.

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

  • High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Business or relevant discipline preferred
    • Combination of applicable experience and education may be substituted for degree
  • Verified completion of the Wayne Farms Leader of People LMS classes

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

  • Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience; experience within a manufacturing setting preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership skills including knowledge of timekeeping requirements, policy adherence, Top 25 behaviors and conflict resolution including the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively; prior supervisory experience preferred
  • Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner; ability to communicate in multiple languages preferred
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
  • Proficient computer and math skills
  • Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Strong organizational skills

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
  • Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to work non-standard or extended shifts including nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed
  • Ability to stand and/or walk throughout shift
  • May be exposed to heat (99ºF, 37ºC) and cold (45ºF, 4ºC)
  • Exposure to wet and/or dusty environment
  • Work around live and/or raw animal odors

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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