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OSI Group

Production Lead - 1st Shift

Oakland, IA · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

This role is responsible for performing a variety of manual labor tasks including loading ... Work production line by watching for equipment malfunctions or product defects, loading raw ...

OSI Group

General Production- 2nd Shift

Oakland, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

... of manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, peel casing, weights, and moving materials. Job Responsibilities • Work production line by watching for equipment malfunctions or ...

OSI INDUSTRIES, LLC

General Production- 2nd Shift

Oakland, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

... of manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, peel casing, weights, and moving materials. Job Responsibilities • Work production line by watching for equipment malfunctions or ...

OSI Group

General Production- 2nd Shift

Oakland, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

... of manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, peel casing, weights, and moving materials. Job Responsibilities • Work production line by watching for equipment malfunctions or ...

Monogram Foods

Production Supervisor (2nd Shift)

Harlan, IA

$51K - $69K/yr

Our role of the Supervisor is to supervise the production line workers. They are responsible for ... A knowledge of labor cost and the ability to explain labor costs in your area of responsibility is ...

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How much do production line laborer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for production line laborer in Iowa is $10.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $9.19 and $11.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Production Line Laborer vs Assembly Line Worker?

AspectProduction Line LaborerAssembly Line Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plantsFactories, manufacturing plants
Job DutiesHandling materials, basic assembly, quality checksAssembling products, operating machinery, quality control
Industry UsageManufacturing, production linesManufacturing, production lines

Both roles involve working in manufacturing environments with similar credentials. The main difference is that Production Line Laborers often handle materials and perform basic tasks, while Assembly Line Workers focus more on assembling products and operating machinery. Both positions are essential in production settings and share overlapping skills and work environments.

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PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR-2ND SHIFT (CB1)

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR-2ND SHIFT (CB1)

JBS USA

Council Bluffs, IA

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Description

Job Title:  Production Supervisor
 
Our Company, Your Opportunity:
 
Our Mission:
 To be THE BEST in all we do.  We are completely focused on our business, ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders.  All this, we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all of our TEAM MEMBERS.
Scope of Position:
 The Production Supervisor is responsible for providing direction and oversight for the safe and efficient operations at one of our Council Bluffs, IA facilities.  Ensure daily production is started at the targeted start times each day, and there is a fluid handoff to Sanitation team members.  Implement Lean manufacturing practices and develop and measure KPI’s to drive continuous improvement across the operations teams on the shift.
 
Our ideal candidate will be a results driven production supervisor with great people and communication skills. This individual will be responsible for managing the day to day activities of a department within a food production plant.
   
Responsibilities:
  •        Oversee and lead employee safety training and compliance for all employees
  •        Execute Plant scheduling of finished product
  •        Direct Operations shift activities across the plant floor
  •        Champion Lean manufacturing training and shop floor education for the shift
  •        Review and analyze daily production data
  •        Align resources to achieve daily work plan
  •        Achieve operational goals regarding safety, quality, yields, labor and cost savings
  •        Implement continuous improvement process to improve yields and profitability
  •        Collaborate with Superintendents and Operations Manager on new product opportunities
  • Coach/develop workforce to maintain employee engagement and identify the next generation of leaders.
 
Work Environment / Physical Demands
  •        Competent on computer, office software and associated equipment
  •        SAP knowledge a plus
  •        Will work in cold, possibly wet environments
 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  •        Basic understanding of meat processing, meat processing equipment and packaging
  •        Planning and scheduling tools
  •        Tactical and planning execution
  •        Analytical skills and team building
  •        Troubleshooting operational issues and implementing solutions.
  • Bilingual Spanish/English or Burmese/English is a plus
 Experience / Work History
  •        Minimum of 2 years - food manufacturing experience
  •        Preferred college or technical degree with emphasis on critical thinking
 Internal Reports
  •        Production Line employees and leads
  •        Receiving and shipping
 
 External Reports
  •        USDA
  •        Key suppliers
 
If interested, please apply at jbssa.com/careers.
JBS Prepared Foods is an equal opportunity employer.
EOE, including disability/vets

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