Shift Manager - Days

The Shift Manager is responsible for overseeing all production, safety, quality, and personnel activities during assigned shift.

Shift Hours: 5:00am to 5:50pm

Our Client is a leading food manufacturing company committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the overall production and operations of the processing plant.
• Fill in for Plant Manager in his absence.
• Ensure food safety/security throughout the processing plant.
• Develop and maintain a positive government regulatory work environment and relationship.
• Lead and develop continuous improvement programs.
• Work closely with quality assurance and maintenance in any changing of product specification or machinery change/repair.
• Ensure that all product produced is of the highest level and standard of quality.
• Performs various special tasks as assigned by the Plant Manager and the Corporate Director of Processing.
• Comply with all written corporate safety and plant policies.
• Maintain the highest possible level of personal hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with plant GMP policies.
• Identify and report any suspicious situations to the plant manager. 

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred (Operations, Animal Science, Food Science, or related field).
• 3+ years of prior supervisory experience in a poultry or food manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of poultry processing operations, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with production reporting systems and basic computer applications.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and work on the production floor for extended periods.
• Exposure to cold, wet, noisy, and industrial processing environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Leadership Skills & Competencies

• Assertive, confident leader who sets clear expectations and drives accountability across the team.
• Proven ability to build and sustain a strong, healthy team culture focused on safety, performance, and respect.
• Effective at delegating responsibilities while empowering team members and holding self and others accountable for results.
• Leads with integrity and consistency, addressing performance issues promptly and modeling high standards of execution.

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