<p>Ensure the routine operation of the department/area by evaluating efficiencies, line speeds, placement and rotation of team members Work effectively with USDA and attempt to resolve issues as they arise Coordinate all product quality with QA Participate in pre-operative inspections conducted by QA Train and certify by position new and existing staff regarding Production, USDA, HACCP, and OSHA guidelines as appropriate Work with other interfacing departments to ensure adequate product, service and/or information is provided Work with HR to address and resolve team member issues on hiring, attendance, employment termination, and contractual and disciplinary issues Troubleshoot mechanical issues when possible Conduct staff performance evaluations Monitor, adjust and approve timecards daily in Kronos Timekeeper Perform related duties as required</p> <p>Qualifications: Requires knowledge of protein manufacturing processes, preferably in poultry industry; including, but not limited to, standard operating procedures, USDA guidelines that govern line processes, HACCP, SSOPs, company policies, Team Member Reference Guide, and union contract, as well as demonstrated communication skills.</p> <p>Ability to acquire knowledge of the machinery and processes used in the plant department Ability to multi-task in an effective manner Ability to collect data, prepare and interpret production reports Ability to communicate with and manage large groups of team members Ability to respond quickly and sensibly to volatile situations or people and take corrective actions Working knowledge of computers, including, but not limited to Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets Strong communication skills. Bilingual skills in English/Spanish/Creole are preferred High school or equivalent</p> <p>Environment:</p> <p>Increased noise levels due to machinery Varying range of temperatures Damp and wet environment</p> <p>Requirements:</p> <p>Good personal hygiene and adherence to local, state, and federal health codes and standards Ability to stand for long periods of time Constant focus and concentration required to ensure a quality product is produced as well as to ensure safety of all team members is maintained from potentially hazardous conditions</p> <p>Skills and Knowledge:</p> <p>Good communication skills Knowledge of SSOP and GMP Knowledge of all product wash areas</p> <p>Competencies: Job Specific Competencies</p> <p>Consistently perform duties throughout entire shift Follow all written and verbal instructions Attention to detail Good communication</p> <p>Core Competencies</p> <p>Safety Quality Yield Cost Relationships</p> <p>Team Member Code</p> <p>Safety starts and ends with you People eat what we make Hard works always pays off Doing what's right is never wrong Communicate, Communicate, Communicate</p>