About Sandy Land Peanut Company

We provide the highest quality peanut products available and it is with great pride that we continue to grow, process, package and deliver our products to our many satisfied customers, just as we have since our inception in 2004. Our business is about relationships and we offer a fully integrated approach, tailored to meet the specific, individual needs of our customers.

About the Role

The Shelling Plant Superintendent drives continuous improvement and optimization of all processes. They oversee all daily operations of the plant from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed. They develop processes that will maximize safety, quality, and productivity. The Shelling Plant Superintendent plans, organizes, directs, and runs optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers expectations. [Responsibilities [Facility]{lang="EN-GB"}]{lang="EN-GB"}

• Knowledge of equipment for purchase, installation, and repair; coordinate equipment maintenance and repair services to keep production equipment operational, minimizing downtime.
• Establish workflow policies that enhance speed and efficiency without compromising safety and product integrity.
• Evaluate quality control processes; make recommendations for improvements.
• Inspect products for quality and accuracy prior to shipment.
• Ensure, enforce, and keep up to date on all industry standards for health and safety guidelines.

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• Comfortable in a high-pressure environment - flexible and able to respond quickly to a shifting reality and adjust priorities accordingly; attention to detail.
• Able to set goals, motivate employees, and manage conflict.
• Good time management, prioritization, and multitasking ability.
• Create staff schedules; identify staffing requirements; train new employees.
• Strong personal and professional judgement, patience, and the ability to maintain professional demeaner in all situations.
• Effective communication, including speaking, writing, and active listening.
• Able to give and receive feedback and constructive criticism from a variety of channels.
• Encourage a positive work environment and cultures for all employees.

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• Audit and report inventory while making recommendations on which items or supplies to order and restock.
• Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime.
• Report status updates to management and feedback to strategize.
• Strive to reduce expenses and increase productivity across all product lines.

*Responsibilities may change to adjust to company needs and requirements.

Candidate Requirements

Proven work experience in the peanut industry

Prior work experience as a Plant Superintendent leading teams of 10 or more employees preferred.

Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise.

Knowledge of safety, quality, productivity, and inventory processes.

Physical strength,