Mountaire Farms, the 4th largest chicken company in the United States with nearly 10,000 employees across five states, is seeking an experienced Processing Supervisor for its Millsboro, Delaware facility. You will align people, processes, and resources to ensure daily department operations meet established goals for quality, efficiency, safety, and full USDA regulatory compliance — all within a family-owned company culture built on mutual support and operational excellence.
About Mountaire Farms — America’s Food Production Leader
National Rank: 4th largest chicken company in the United States — family owned and operated
Workforce: Nearly 10,000 dedicated employees across Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina
Mission: Profitably delivering wholesome, quality chicken to customers and communities nationwide
Culture: Family-focused work environment built on supporting, uplifting, and helping each other succeed
Community: Deeply committed to giving back to local communities where facilities operate
Total Compensation & Benefits Package
Paid Holidays: Eight paid holidays annually plus competitive base compensation
Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers
Financial Security: 401(k) Retirement Planning and Profit Sharing program
Extra Perks: Employee Discounted Chicken Sales, car purchase, phone plans, and shopping partner discounts
Career Growth: Tuition Reimbursement and exciting career development programs available
Position Overview
This Processing Supervisor role at Mountaire Farms in Millsboro, Delaware is a high-impact leadership position at the core of one of America’s largest poultry processing operations. You will ensure daily department production runs accurately, on time, and fully in compliance with HACCP principles and USDA regulatory guidelines. From managing staffing levels and enforcing Standard Operating Procedures to tracking key performance metrics and driving continuous improvement, this role offers a genuine opportunity to lead, develop teams, and build a long-term career with a nationally recognized food manufacturing employer.
Why This Role Matters: As Processing Supervisor at Mountaire Farms, you are central to the operational success of the 4th largest chicken company in America. You will lead a dedicated production team, enforce food safety and HACCP compliance, drive performance metrics, and contribute to a company culture genuinely committed to employee growth, community investment, and delivering wholesome quality products to millions of consumers nationwide.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Production Operations Management
- Oversee daily production activities to ensure all orders are fulfilled accurately, safely, and on schedule
- Maintain appropriate staffing levels and adjust labor allocation as needed to meet shifting operational demands
- Ensure all team members strictly follow established Standard Operating Procedures and Good Production Practices
- Review and approve timekeeping, attendance, and time-off requests efficiently using Kronos and Oracle HCM systems
Quality Control & Process Compliance
- Monitor product quality, packaging specifications, and process controls throughout all production stages
- Identify defects or deviations promptly and implement effective corrective actions to maintain quality standards
- Track and achieve key departmental performance metrics including BMPH, Cost/lb., PPMH, and A-Grade percentage
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and reduce processing costs
Food Safety, HACCP & USDA Compliance
- Uphold all food safety requirements including HACCP principles, sanitation expectations, and USDA regulatory guidelines
- Apply practical Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points knowledge throughout all stages of processing operations
- Ensure compliance with sanitation requirements and pre-operational inspection guidelines at all times
- Promote and enforce a safe working environment through company safety policies and timely completion of required training
Team Leadership & Employee Development
- Lead, coach, and develop team members to build a high-performing, safety-conscious production workforce
- Promote a positive work environment aligned with Mountaire Farms’ family-focused culture and core values
- Support cross-department collaboration to ensure seamless coordination across all processing operations
- Drive employee development programs that support long-term career growth and organizational retention
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent — required for all applicants to this position
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Operations Management, Business, or related field is strongly preferred
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 3+ years of supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing environment — required
- Poultry processing or food manufacturing experience is strongly preferred and highly advantageous
- Practical knowledge and hands-on experience with HACCP principles and food safety systems required
Essential Skills
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with genuine ability to coach and develop teams
- Familiarity with USDA regulations, sanitation requirements, and pre-operational inspection procedures
- Proficiency in workforce management systems such as Kronos and Oracle HCM is an advantage
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding food manufacturing and processing environment
About Mountaire Farms
Mountaire Corporation and its operating affiliate Mountaire Farms Inc. are agricultural food production and processing companies employing nearly 10,000 dedicated team members across facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, Mountaire remains family owned and deeply committed to giving back to the communities it serves. The company’s culture of mutual support, operational excellence, and shared success sets it apart as an employer of choice across the American food manufacturing industry.
Career Excellence: Join a family-owned American food production leader and build a meaningful, long-term career with a company that genuinely invests in its people, its communities, and its future.
Who Should Apply?
- Production Supervisors: With 3+ years supervisory experience in food, poultry, or agricultural manufacturing
- Poultry Processing Professionals: Experienced in chicken or meat processing operations with HACCP knowledge
- Food Safety Supervisors: Candidates with strong USDA compliance and food safety program management background
- Operations Leaders: Degree holders in Agriculture or Operations Management seeking stable, growth-oriented employer
- Delaware-Based Candidates: Professionals available for immediate full-time, on-site placement in Millsboro, DE
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