Soybean Production Supervisor

Soybean Production Supervisor Chesapeake, VA Job Details Full-time $68,000 - $102,000 a year 5 days ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Plant management Preventative hardware maintenance Chemical Engineering Phone communication Workflow management (operations management method) Hazmat Bachelor's degree in business Environmental compliance GMP Mid-level Improving operational efficiency 3 years Team development Analysis skills Supervising experience Bachelor's degree Team management Performance Improvement (PI) Environmental law compliance support Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering Agriculture Environmental regulatory compliance Maintenance management Quality assurance within manufacturing Manufacturing Business Associate's degree Manufacturing company experience Communication skills Chemical engineering Overseeing training Staff development Full Job Description Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Summary Support daily operations that drive efficiency and profitability within our soybean crushing facility. As a Soy Production Supervisor, you will lead production activities, guide team members, and ensure processes run safely, reliably, and in alignment with quality and performance standards. You will help optimize workflows, monitor production goals, and partner across teams to maintain consistent output and operational excellence. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing teams, and is focused on driving performance and continuous improvement. Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities Lead and manages the crushing staff to include training and developing the staff to meet the needs of the business. Lead and manage safety programs to ensure safe working conditions for all associates and compliance with all local, state and federal requirements. Lead and manage environmental programs to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal requirements. Manage production operations to ensure maximum equipment and personnel utilization. Manage the product quality to ensure customer requirements and specifications are attained. Manage routine and preventative maintenance programs for production operations to ensure efficient operation. Perform job functions within established CGMP's. Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Chemical Engineering, Management, or Business. 5 years of management work experience can be substituted for degree. 3 - 5 years of experience in soybean crushing or similar industry. Understanding manufacturing technologies. Understanding of safety programs and requirements. Understanding of environmental programs and requirements. Understanding of standard software applications. Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Previous experience handling hazardous chemicals in similar industry. Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors Able to move freely throughout the facility to include climbing vertical heights (0 - 150'). Exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%). Noise (50db to 100db - hearing protection required) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available). Required to travel to remote Agribusiness facilities and customer locations. Able to communicate on the telephone and use standard office equipment. Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$68,000.00 - $102,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

grain processing : 3 years (Required)

Supervisory:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person