Shift Manager - nights

Job Functions/Duties:

• Direct oversight of production and other assigned staff
• Oversight of weekly payroll and timekeeping processes
• Responsible for the overall production and operations of 1st & 2nd Processing, as well as other departments as needed
• Fill in for Plant Manager as needed
• Ensure food safety/security throughout the processing plant
• Develop and maintain a positive government regulatory work environment and relationship
• Lead and develop continuous improvement initiatives
• Work closely with Quality Assurance and Maintenance in collaboration for changing product specifications or machinery repair/change
• Ensure that all product produced is of the highest level and standard of quality
• Performs various special tasks/projects as assigned
• Comply with all written corporate and plant policies
• Maintain the highest level of personal hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with plant GMP policies
• Follow the written specification for packaging and labeling of products
• Identify and report any suspicious situations. Situations include but are not limited to:
• Product tampering
• Willful product adulteration
• Unauthorized employees in restricted areas
• Equipment malfunction that may risk product wholesomeness

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

• 2-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong communication skills and experience developing leaders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Must be able to work flexible hours, night shift, and weekends
• College degree preferred
• Project Management and Budget Management experience
• Familiar with various types of machinery throughout the processing plant
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of PSM

Physical Demands:

• Working in a warm/cold/wet/damp environment
• Standing/walking 100% of the workday
• Lifting various weights on an as needed basis