What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor - Night Shift position at PECO FOODS and Careers?
Do you want to join a company that feels like family? Are you looking to be on a team that invests in your personal and professional growth? Do you want to be a part of initiatives that build stronger communities? Peco Foods is hiring!
As a fourth-generation, family-owned company, Peco puts its people first and is dedicated to setting the industry standard while doing the right things for our people, animals, and environment. While a lot has changed in the industry over the last 85 years, our core values remain intertwined in everything we do, just as they did when the company was founded in 1937.
We are seeking a results-driven Production Supervisor to lead nightly operations in our poultry processing plant. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys coaching teams, improving processes, and keeping equipment operating at peak performance. If you’re eager to take your career in operations management to the next level, this role offers a clear path for advancement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee production line activities to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency targets are met.
- Lead, coach, and develop team members; provide regular feedback and support.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues, with a focus on electrical controls, sensors, and automated machinery.
- Partner with maintenance teams to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime.
- Monitor yields, throughput, and waste; identify opportunities for process improvement.
- Enforce food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
- Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Prepare daily reports on production performance, staffing, and equipment needs.
- Maintain the highest possible level of personal hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with plant GMP policies.
Job Qualifications and Requirements:
- Experience in production, manufacturing, or food processing (poultry or meat industry preferred).
- Working knowledge of electrical systems, automation components, or industrial controls.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide frontline teams.
- Solid problem-solving ability and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication, organization, and decision-making skills.
Physical Demands:
- Working in a cold/wet/damp environment.
- Standing/walking 100% of the workday.
- Lifting various weights as needed basis.
Note: This job description is not all inclusive of what the employee may be asked to do while performing the duties described above. The company reserves the right to modify this job without prior notice.