Stockyards Supervisor (C Shift) - Guymon, OK

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

The Stockyards Supervisor manages, analyzes, initiates, and controls all phases of the plant stockyards for a shift which receives, unloads, manages movement, cares, and assesses behaviors of animals in a pork processing facility. This position is a hands-on supervisor role, managing over fifteen employees and coordinating department activities and tasks to complete, improve and maximize movement and care of animals along with workflow optimization and staffing deployment. Ensure employees follow all Company, USDA and FSIS policies and standards as they relate to animal welfare and workplace safety. The supervisor will ensure animal behaviors are assessed, and the animals qualify for processing.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the "Best Places to Work" by Kansas City's Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all standard operating procedures are being followed and facilities are in good working condition.
• Ensures all animals entering the facility are cared for at the established level, assessed and identified as meeting the standards for processing for human consumption
• Training of employees on day-to-day processes and procedures to develop a competent workforce by utilizing hands-on training methods
• Responsible for attaining established targets for receiving of animals and movement of animals through the system. Demonstrates a clear understanding of key performance indicators and the impact on operations.
• Investigates, identifies, and resolves operational constraints in the process, such as number of stressed or injured animals or bottlenecks and provides real-time solutions.
• Evaluates equipment and stockyards to ensure animals are held in a safe area free from any hazards.
• Utilize daily data to impact and maximize performance.
• Complete understanding of humane handling practices, and complies with Company, USDA and FSIS regulations, policies and standards.
• Monitor work schedules to ensure manning is at the established standard to meet production and schedule attainment. Ensures accurate record of staffing and time worked.
• Supervise all employees, monitoring work performance, directing work, ensuring accurate timekeeping, and ensuring team members are trained and qualified and performing duties safely
• Adheres to all Company policies and standard operating procedures with regards to animal handling, food safety and work-place safety

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in animal science or related field or one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Excellent computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language including the ability to communicate with team members at all levels within the organization and regulatory agencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT (no more than 8 bullet points)

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility.
• The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Primarily an office environment with some need to work in the field.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is dependent on which environment you are in
• The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site:

https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.