Shipping Supervisor in Bastrop, Louisiana at DG Foods LLC

Position Summary:

DG Foods is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to join our management team at our Bastrop, LA facility. This role involves overseeing the shipping, cooler, and dock operations during a designated shift, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met. Reporting to the Production Superintendent, this individual will manage various functions including maintenance, production, shipping, receiving, and sanitation to optimize long-term profitability.

Essential Job Functions:

• Managing and coordinating the shipping, loading, unloading, and cooler/dock operations for the designated shift.
• Recruiting, training, and motivating staff to maintain operational excellence.
• Ensuring plant security measures are in place to prevent theft and safeguard assets.
• Must be able to learn and understand USDA, HACCP, SSOP, and GPM policies to ensure compliance.
• Upholding safety and health programs, and conducting inspections to mitigate hazards.
• Monitoring operations to meet quality specifications and regulatory standards.
• Implementing cost-saving measures and promoting efficiency.
• Coordinating departmental activities to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Providing leadership and direction to achieve company goals.
• Setting production goals and monitoring performance against targets.
• Ensuring effective customer service and adherence to quality standards.
• Collaborating with functional leaders to meet regulatory guidelines.
• Maintaining positive employee relations and resolving conflicts.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees approximately up to 15 direct reports.
• May need to serve an acting Shipping Superintendent in their absence under the direction of the Shift Manager and/or Plant Manager.
• Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) of operational policies and procedures.
• Develops and applies new skills to enhance performance.
• Mentors and coaches other Production Supervisors fostering an environment of positive continuous improvement.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred, however equivalent experience will be considered.
• Must be able to always maintain a high and relatable level of professionalism.
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in high pressure situations.
• Must have excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to always maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong conflict resolution and customer service skills are essential.
• Bilingual in Spanish is extremely desirable.
• Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office 365, and/or related software.
• Dependable transportation to and from DG Food facilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in varying environments, including cold and wet conditions.
• Capable of lifting and maneuvering up to 30 pounds.
• Visual acuity is required for close and peripheral tasks.

About DG Foods:

DG Foods is the south’s premier poultry custom processor and portioner with locations in Louisiana and Mississippi. We are committed to being a service-oriented supplier of high-quality poultry products within a workplace that is safe, healthy, and injury-free. We are dedicated to safely meeting our customers’ needs and expectations as well as continually being at the forefront of product quality, processes, and customer service.

DG Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.