FABRICATION SUPERINTENDENT Category: Operations Management DESCRIPTION Oversees the efficiency of monitoring production, scanning make sheets, and discussing daily goals with Supervisors. Reports to the Fabrication Office for order sheets (make sheets), attends supervisor meetings, and reports work schedules to supervisors daily. Directs supervisors with respect to production volume, quality, cost, and meeting production schedules and delivery dates. Handles employee grievances, disputes, or problems in the most efficient manner possible; unresolved matters are escalated to Human Resources. Actively participates in group meetings, line meetings, and supervisory meetings. Works with the Quality Control department to ensure product quality and food safety. Trains and develops supervisors to provide management depth and build teamwork to achieve departmental objectives. Monitors and confirms that machinery, equipment, and facilities are properly maintained and sanitized. Maintains good employee relations and adherence to labor contract provisions. Regular contact with line personnel and plant management. Required Skills: • Team oriented • Strong communication skills • Strong people skills • Bilingual preferred, not mandatory • Knowledge of beef cuts and production processes • Must be able to read, write, and speak English • 2-3 years of packinghouse experience required Working Conditions: • Cold environment • Frequent exposure to knives, hot water, and production machinery • Significant walking and stair climbing • Slick floors and loud noise • Typically 50-55 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with some Saturdays as needed Compensation & Benefits: • Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage beginning after 60 days of employment • Paid Time Off: Vacation and 6 company-observed holidays • 401(k) eligibility on the first day of employment with company match beginning after one year, following the company vesting schedule • Eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan; bonus amounts vary and are subject to program terms and conditions About the Role & Facility: This facility incorporates advanced processes such as Modified Atmospheric Packaging (MAP), used to extend shelf life by altering oxygen levels for ground beef production. It is also one of the few plants that produce ground beef patties, generating over one million pounds of beef per day. The site employs sustainable practices, including biogas production from an anaerobic lagoon, used to replace natural gas for plant water heating. The facility has earned Tier 3 recognition from the American Meat Institute for its accomplishments with ISO 14001 and recently added an 85,000-sq-ft distribution center with capacity for 55,000 boxes. Opportunities: The organization places strong emphasis on investing in its people. Operations roles provide opportunities to contribute directly to producing high-quality products for families globally. Career growth is available for individuals with varied backgrounds who thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment, and who are motivated by leading teams and ensuring safe, top-quality product output.
