Plant Superintendent

DescriptionSchedule

• Monday to Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm
• Schedule may vary based on workload and after-hours phone calls

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Leadership & Accountability Employee Development

Daily Facility Operations Quality and Production Standards

Standard Operating Procedures Continuous Improvement & Strategy

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of facility including production schedules and goals, maintenance, quality, and safety; communicate and problem-solve with department leaders, when necessary

Identify areas of opportunity and create and update SOPs for all areas of the facility

Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety and health policies and procedures

Collaborate with Complex Manager to identify and manage goals, objectives, budgets, and timelines to meet KPIs

Assist in overseeing all material handling and processing equipment and make recommendations to increase efficiency

Assist in monitoring quality control processes including raw and final product inspection and investigating customer complaints

Provide guidance, support, and resources to production staff, as needed

Support employee development and growth through new hire stay interviews and quarterly conversations; complete exit interviews, when necessary

Delegate and adjust work activities based on PTO requests and/or unexpected call-ins

Relay important messages, directions, and policies from the FUI Corporate Office and upper management

Participate in community outreach activities while upholding a positive company image

Maintain compliance with OSHA, USDA, MPCA, EPA, Department of Agriculture, and local and state agencies

Assist in ensuring the facility is always audit-ready by maintaining paperwork

Provide backup support for Complex Manager, Transportation Coordinator, and Foremen, during absences

Work closely with Human Resources on any employee-related situations

Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Travel up to 5%, annually

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field, preferred; or equivalent years of experience
• Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment; rendering industry experience, preferred
• High level of verbal and written communication skills with the ability to alter communication style based on audience; bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to create accountability, lead by example, and function as an effective team leader, managing resources according to changing needs
• Strong team building and decision-making skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Willingness to take a hands-on approach and assist in all areas of the facility
• Ability to work in a facility that processes multiple species including cows, pigs, and poultry
• Ability to attain and/or maintain a standard driver’s license

Physical Requirements

• Perform desk work (sitting or standing) for up to 90% of workday
• Repetitively use wrist, hand, and/or fingers
• Occasionally push, pull and/or lift objects up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally bend at the waist and/or knees
• Ability to work safely in wet/slippery conditions and hot/cold environments