Supply Chain Director jobs in Amarillo, TX

JOB PURPOSE

Trainees will work with various departments on the production floor to understand how each production line and department operates in our fresh pork processing plant. They will spend an extensive period learning about the employees' skillsets on each line as well as the product specifications. The training period will be up to 16 months and take place in our fresh pork processing plant in Guymon, OK. Upon completion of the training period, Plant Operations trainees will be able to apply for open positions in our processing plant and be promoted within Seaboard Foods.

Department opportunities: Harvest department, Cut department, Conversation department, Stockyards, Shipping and logistics, and Safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in new hire orientation and departmental overviews of the plant and support operations that work with the plant to improve product efficiencies and yields.
• Knowledgeable of general company policies and job-specific standard operating procedures (SOPs), training requirements, and personal protective equipment.

• Gain understanding of the different areas in production including stockyards, harvest operations and fabrication floor.
• Maintain knowledge of yields and variances, methods of calculations, typical problem areas and methods for corrections and improvement.
• Knowledgeable in general company policies and job-specific standard operating procedures (SOPs), training requirements, Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and personal protective equipment.
• Aid in ensuring federal and state compliance with all USDA and company Food Safety and QA policies and procedures. Responsible for assigned locations where mandatory information is maintained pursuant to company policies and procedures.
• Developing a competent workforce by utilizing hands-on training methods in the work area

• Assist in communicating work and performance expectations to all employees; provide guidance, instructions and feedback. Assist in the coordination of day-to-day tasks for production employees.
• Collaborate with FSQA to assure the production of wholesome product that meets product specifications
• Maintain adequate knowledge of product specifications, equipment, employee job qualifications and tasks
• Develop a collaborative relationship with all departments

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES:

• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year university or college, an Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Related areas of study include animal science, meat science, food science, ag business, operations management, general business, ag education, management, or other related fields or experience.
• Gives excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to facilitate, encourage and lead a team to reach set goals.
• Strong sense of urgency and works well in a fast-paced environment.

• Good critical thinking and judgement skills to reach the best possible solution to a problem.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of people such as employees, managers, and seniormanagement.
• Stand for extended periods of time -- typically 9-10 hours a day

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift up to 100 pounds and sometimes push/and or move up to 300 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is commonly exposed to airborne particles and gases at low concentrations. The employee is frequently exposed to waste material, feed and hog dust.

ABOUT SEABOARD FOODS

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 the pursuit of pork perfection, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. Together, more than 5,000 employees in five states work in our farms, feed mills, and processing plant, to produce Prairie Freshpork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees and the communities we call home.

WHY Seaboard Foods?

• American Owned & Fortune 500 Company in the Kansas City Metropolitan
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits Upon Hire
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Short Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• 3 Weeks of PTO & Company Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Relocation Assistance depending on the location and role
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 Annually
• Employee Pork Purchase Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Exciting & Diverse Culture, where your work matters

Seaboard Foods is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.