Perdue Farms

Production Planner

Perdue Farms$68K — $102K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED and 2-3 years in manufacturing with 1+ year supervisory experience.
  • Bachelor's/Associate's degree with 1+ years supervisory experience preferred.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills focused on team development.
  • Knowledge of quality control and compliance standards (ISO, OSHA).
  • Willingness to learn lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Enforce safety protocols to ensure a compliant and safe working environment.
  • Maintain compliance with food safety regulations and company policies.
  • Lead corrective actions for non-compliance and initiate waste reduction efforts.
  • Optimize processes to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
  • Mentor and coach team members to foster skill development and performance management.
  • Supervise daily production activities to meet schedules and quality standards.
  • Act as a liaison between production and support departments for seamless operations.

Benefits

  • Annual bonus based on performance.
  • Opportunity to drive positive change and impact in a collaborative environment.
  • Support for professional development and mentorship.
Full Job Description
As a Production Supervisor, you will play a vital role in keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently each day. You will lead and support hourly associates across receiving, order processing, production, and shipping, ensuring finished products move seamlessly through the warehouse. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact by championing quality, safety, and compliance while driving productivity and engagement on the floor. Through strong leadership and collaboration, you will help uphold USDA, QA, and facility standards while contributing to a positive, high performing work environment. The salary range for this position is $68,000 - $102,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities Safety and Risk Management • Enforce safety protocols, team compliance with safety standards and a safe working environment for all associates. • Conduct regular safety training, risk assessments and incident investigations to prevent workplace injuries. • Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure team compliance with Safety Standards. Food Safety and Quality Standards, Regulatory and Environmental Compliance and Continuous Improvement • Maintain compliance with all food safety regulations and company policies, including HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation protocols, to maintain a safe and high-quality production environment. • Ensure all products meet or exceed established quality specifications through rigorous adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). • Lead corrective actions non-compliance and drive initiatives to reduce waste, contamination risks and product recalls. • Implement and monitor quality control processes, including inspections, audits, and corrective actions. • Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations, including OSHA, ISO standards, and industry-specific requirements. • Lead corrective actions for non-conformances and drive initiatives to reduce waste, contamination risks, and product recalls. • In collaboration with leadership, execute lean manufacturing principles to enhance productivity and reduce costs. • Identify and implement process improvements to boost operational efficiency and product quality. • Verify the facility adheres to all relevant environmental laws and regulations including those related to air and water quality, waste disposal and hazardous management. People Development, Engagement and Leadership • Mentor and coach team members on enhancing skills while managing performance and learning and development of the team. • Foster a collaborative, inclusive and engaged team culture aligning with company values, leadership behaviors while promoting associate growth. • Drive associate engagement and retention. Production Oversight • Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet schedules, customer specifications, output goals and quality standards. • Collaborate with maintenance to monitor equipment performance and operational issues to minimize downtime. • Optimize labor, raw materials and equipment usage to ensure cost-effective operations while meeting production standards. Reporting and Communication • Maintain accurate production records including output, quality metrics and associate performance and attendance. • Provide regular updates to management on production status, challenges and opportunities for improvement. • Act as a liaison between production teams and other departments such as engineering, quality assurance and supply chain. Minimum Education and Experience • High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 2-3 years in a manufacturing environment with 1+ year in a supervisory role. • Bachelor's/Associate's degree candidates with no manufacturing experience must have at least 1+ years of supervisory experience. • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a focus on associate development. • In depth knowledge of quality control processes and compliance standards (i.e. ISO, OSHA, etc.). • Awareness and willingness to learn lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. • Excellent problem-solving, organizational and time management skills. • Familiarity with ERP systems (i.e. SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite. • Must be available to work 2nd shift hours. Preferred Education and Experience • Bachelor's degree highly preferred. • Poultry or Protein production experience. • Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, OSHA 10/30 or similar certifications. Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors • May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. • May need to access files, supplies and equipment. • When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. • May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. • May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. • May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. • May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, and processing facility. • Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

About Perdue Farms

Perdue Farms is the parent company of Perdue Foods and Perdue AgriBusiness, based in Salisbury, Maryland. Perdue Foods is a major chicken, turkey, and pork processing company in the United States. Perdue AgriBusiness ranks among the top United States grain companies. Perdue Farms has 2021 annual sales of $8 billion.
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