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Production Superintendent - Harvest Floor - 2nd Shift

Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) is a fully integrated retail, foodservice and private label producer of fresh and processed meats based in Delphi, Indiana. Since the start of operations in 1991, we have experienced rapid growth from a single pork processing company into a multi-plant diversified producer of fresh and processed meats, with locations throughout America's Heartland and revenues of approximately $1.5B. We are best known for our national brand Kentucky Legend (the best-selling boneless ham brand in the United States) as well as several well-known regional brands, including Indiana Kitchen, Fischer's, Field, Mickelberry's, Kentuckian Gold, and Scott Pete. We now have processing facilities in Frankfort, Indiana; Holland, Michigan; and Owensboro, Kentucky.

We value diversity, innovation, collaboration and those passionate about their jobs. We support our associates by offering a total rewards package, including competitive pay, three different medical care plans (two with company-funded health savings accounts), pharmacy, dental, and vision plans, a retirement/401K (with 50% match on team members' contributions up to 8%), a competitive paid time off program, educational assistance, and numerous advancement opportunities. With more than 3,100 team members located across 14 different states, we are a big company with a small company culture.

Indiana Packers Corporation is in Delphi, Indiana, just 15 minutes away from the greater Lafayette/West Lafayette area, home of Purdue University.

Summary:

The Production Superintendent directs and coordinates, through direct report supervisory personnel, manufacturing activities utilizing knowledge of product function, production methods, procedures, and capabilities at Indiana Packers Corporation.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and direct production activities and establish production priorities for products consistent with effective operations and cost factors.
• Create and foster a high morale workplace with the highest ethical standards by treating all team members with dignity and respect.
• Coordinate production activities with maintenance, and quality assurance departments to obtain optimum production, quality, and utilization of resources.
• Review and analyze production reports (yields, downtime, waste, etc.) to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and/or operating or production problems.
• Partner with Safety Manager to maintain and enforce the safety program for the department; assure compliance with OSHA and company regulations and guidelines.
• Collaborate with and assist the Operations Manager and/or Plant Manager in the development and implementation of operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by monitoring all control procedures.
• Revise production schedules and priorities as needed as a result of equipment failure, operating problems, or last-minute customer demands.
• Supervise the department's production supervisors, responsible for employee training and development.
• Oversee department costs and ensure they are within budget.
• Establish individual and group goals and accountabilities and evaluate work performance for direct reports; review and approve performance evaluations for indirect reports.
• Utilize problem solving techniques, teamwork building strategies, and process control tools to efficiently meet or exceed the production schedule.
• Partner with Human Resources to ensure proper handling of employee relations issues in accordance with company policies and procedures; participate in the recruitment and selection of manufacturing personnel.
• Ensure department follows company policies and procedures, FDA/USDA regulations, and customer specifications.
• Perform other duties as needed or required.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required, bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of continuous experience in a leadership or management role in a meat processing environment.
• Meat processing experience required.
• Ability to multi-task in a work a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work in extreme hot, cold, wet, humid, and odorous environments.
• Flexibility to work on a variety of shifts and work extensive overtime, including weekends.
• Good computer literacy skills and possess ability to write clear and concise reports
• Results driven and employee oriented.
• Commitment to follow safety policies and practices and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Uphold company policies and ethical standards.
• Good leadership and motivational skills.
• Experience with computers and various software such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to attend classes or training as needed.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, and humid environments on a variety of shifts.
• Available to work overtime, including weekends.
• Strong commitment to organization.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions on the site including exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud and hearing protection is required. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in cold, hot, and outdoor conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust.

Physical Demand:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls, or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support without fatigue. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arms and fingers, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina and vision.

Other Duties:

Please note, this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Background Screening/Checks:

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. This may include verification of employment, education, criminal background, driving history, and other relevant information, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

EOE, including Disability/Veteran

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