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Production Supervisor Packout 1st
Job Title: Pack Out Production Supervisor
Location: Gainesville, GA
Department: Production
Reports To: Operations Manager
Normal Work Schedule: Flexible schedule based on production needs, including weekends and 2nd shift hours as required.
Overview of Company
Soules Foods is a thriving family-owned food company that has made a positive difference for its customers and consumers for nearly 50 years. Our purpose and promise of Great Food, Made Simple® drives us. Based in Tyler, Texas, the company is a leading national producer of ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook chicken and beef products and is the number one producer of chicken and beef fajitas in the USA. We proudly serve a broad portfolio of great-tasting, high-quality products sold throughout the US via retail, food service distributors, and restaurants. Our wide array of national customers includes prominent organizations such as Walmart, Costco, Sam’s Club, Sysco, and HEB. The company was established in 1975 by John Soules Sr., and the business is now in the second generation of family leadership. The organization has expanded dramatically over the past decade, and with its continued growth, it now has annual sales of approximately $1 billion. The company employs over 2,000 individuals and has three manufacturing facilities in Gainesville, Georgia; Valley, Alabama; and its headquarters in Tyler, Texas.
Job Summary
The Pack Out Production Supervisor is responsible for directing and managing all Pack Out and packaging operations to ensure production goals, labor efficiency, quality standards, food safety requirements, and employee safety expectations are consistently achieved. This role oversees daily packaging line operations, staffing coordination, employee supervision, and continuous improvement initiatives within the production environment.
The Pack Out Production Supervisor serves as a leader on the production floor, ensuring operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with company policies, USDA/FDA regulations, GMPs, HACCP standards, and all food safety and workplace safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations Management
- Monitor production efficiency, downtime, waste, yields, and labor utilization to maximize operational performance
- Ensure packaging lines operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality and food safety standards
- Coordinate production priorities and scheduling with Plant Management, Maintenance, QA, Warehouse, and other departments
- Ensure proper staffing levels are maintained daily to support operational needs
- Monitor line changeovers and startup/shutdown procedures to minimize downtime
- Oversee packaging material usage and coordinate with inventory and warehouse teams as needed
- Ensure all production documentation, downtime reports, and operational records are completed accurately and timely
- Promote and support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the production process
- Assist in troubleshooting operational issues related to equipment, packaging, staffing, and workflow
Employee Supervision & Leadership
- Provide leadership, coaching, training, and development to packaging associates and lead personnel
- Communicate production expectations, company policies, and departmental goals clearly to team members
- Track employee performance and provide coaching, disciplinary action, and corrective action as needed
- Support employee engagement and maintain a positive work environment focused on accountability and teamwork
- Conduct shift meetings and communicate operational updates and safety expectations
- Assist with onboarding and training of new employees within the department
- Promote cross-training and employee development opportunities
Food Safety & Quality Assurance
- Verify product specifications, labeling accuracy, packaging integrity, and coding requirements are met
- Ensure all safety devices and quality control systems including Metal Detectors, X-Ray systems, Label Applicators, and Scan Guns are functioning properly
- Partner with QA to address product holds, quality concerns, and corrective actions
- Maintain sanitation and housekeeping standards throughout the department
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all OSHA guidelines and company safety procedures
- Conduct routine safety observations and address unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately
- Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions when necessary
- Ensure associates utilize proper PPE and safe work practices at all times
Administrative Responsibilities
- Prepare reports related to productivity, staffing, downtime, and departmental performance
- Utilize company systems including ERP M3, Infinity, Insperity, and Microsoft Office applications
- Communicate operational updates and departmental needs effectively to management
- Support audits, inspections, and compliance initiatives as required
Note: The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing or packaging environment required
- Experience supervising production or packaging associates in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred
- Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet production deadlines
- Working knowledge of food safety standards, GMPs, HACCP, and OSHA requirements preferred
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel
- Experience with ERP M3, Infinity, Insperity, and production tracking systems preferred
- Knowledge of packaging equipment including KAC Mac systems, Metal Detectors, X-Ray systems, Label Applicators, Transfer Belts, and Scan Guns preferred
- Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and 2nd shift schedules as needed
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited to, the motor/physical abilities and skills required to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and production conditions
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Ability to wear required PPE and comply with all food safety and safety requirements
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following:
· Vacation / Sick days
· Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
· Telemedicine
· Onsite Clinic
· Free annual health screening
· 401 (k) with company match
· STD and LTD
· Life insurance & other voluntary benefits
· Career Development: We support professional growth through continuous learning and development opportunities.
Soules Foods is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Applicants with disabilities needing accommodation during the application process can contact Human Resources at the relevant location.
Soules Foods will not discriminate against applicants who discuss their compensation. We also participate in the E-Verify program where required by law.
Unsolicited Assistance: Soules Foods does not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for U.S. positions. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a valid written request and search agreement from HR will be considered the property of Soules Foods. No fees will be paid for candidates hired through unsolicited referrals.
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