A leading meat processing operation in Greeley, Colorado is seeking an experienced Harvest Supervisor to manage the Slaughter Department staff and all daily production activities including kill floor, offal, variety byproducts, and feet areas, maintain expertise in government statutes and company compliance, measure and report daily yields and downtime, communicate with USDA inspectors, oversee associate discipline and retention, and monitor and implement departmental production goals within a highly regulated food production environment.
About the Role – Harvest Operations Leadership
Scope of Responsibility: Full oversight of kill floor, offal, variety byproducts, and feet processing areas
Regulatory Environment: USDA-regulated facility requiring strict government statute compliance
Production Scale: Daily yield measurement and reporting across multiple processing departments
Team Leadership: Direct management of Slaughter Department associates and supervisory staff
Compliance Focus: Company policies, procedures, government laws, and USDA inspector coordination
Competitive Compensation & Day-One Benefits
Base Salary Range: $67,200 – $82,688 annually depending on experience and qualifications
Annual Bonus: Eligible to participate in company’s annual incentive bonus program
401(k) Day One: Eligible from first day of employment including company match after year one
Full Benefits: Medical, dental, vision coverage beginning after 60 days of employment
Position Overview
This Harvest Supervisor role involves managing the Slaughter Department staff and all daily production activities for a USDA-regulated meat processing facility in Greeley, Colorado. You will apply deep expertise across kill floor, offal, variety byproducts, and feet areas, manage daily production goals and schedules, measure and report yields and downtime accurately, maintain responsibility for associate discipline and turnover reduction, communicate professionally with USDA inspectors regarding compliance matters, and monitor and implement departmental performance goals ensuring consistent food safety and production standards are met every shift.
Why This Role Matters: As Harvest Supervisor at a leading Colorado meat processing facility, you lead critical food production operations supplying protein to American consumers, manage a full Slaughter Department team ensuring USDA compliance and daily yield targets, earn a competitive base salary of $67,200–$82,688 with annual bonus eligibility, access 401(k) benefits from your very first day of employment, receive full medical dental and vision coverage after 60 days, and build a long-term supervisory career in the essential and growing US food processing industry.
Key Responsibilities
Kill Floor & Production Management
- Manage daily production activities across kill floor operations ensuring throughput targets are met
- Oversee all processing areas including offal, variety byproducts, and feet departments daily
- Apply deep technical expertise across all Slaughter Department functions and processes
- Monitor production flow identifying bottlenecks and implementing corrective actions immediately
Yield Measurement & Performance Reporting
- Measure and report daily production yields across all harvest and processing areas accurately
- Track and document downtime incidents providing detailed analysis and root cause reporting
- Monitor departmental KPIs ensuring production goals and efficiency benchmarks are consistently achieved
- Prepare and submit daily production reports to plant management and operations leadership
USDA Compliance & Regulatory Communication
- Communicate confidently and professionally with on-site USDA inspectors at all times
- Maintain full compliance with government statutes, laws, and regulations governing meat processing
- Ensure all company policies, procedures, and guidelines are adhered to across the department
- Address USDA inspector concerns promptly and implement corrective measures as required
Team Leadership & Associate Management
- Manage Slaughter Department associates including scheduling, performance, and daily direction
- Take responsibility for associate discipline processes following company HR policies and procedures
- Actively work to reduce associate turnover through engagement, training, and positive leadership
- Foster a safe, productive, and respectful work environment across all shift operations
Departmental Goals & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor and implement department production and quality goals on a consistent daily basis
- Identify opportunities for process improvements enhancing yield, safety, and efficiency outcomes
- Collaborate with plant management on strategic objectives and departmental improvement initiatives
- Ensure food safety standards and sanitation protocols are maintained across all harvest areas
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) — mandatory minimum educational requirement
- Additional training or certification in food safety, HACCP, or meat processing operations advantageous
Experience Requirements
- 5+ years of supervisory experience across all areas of kill floor, offal, and variety products (Essential)
- Hands-on expertise with day-to-day operations in a USDA-regulated slaughter environment
- Proven track record managing teams and production activities in meat processing facilities
- Demonstrated experience communicating with USDA inspectors and regulatory personnel
Physical & Environmental Requirements
- Ability to work effectively in a hot, demanding physical processing plant environment
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods on kill floor and processing areas each shift
- Comfort working in environments involving exposure to typical meat processing conditions
- Ability to meet all safety and PPE requirements mandated for slaughter facility operations
Technical Knowledge
- In-depth knowledge of kill floor operations, offal processing, and variety byproduct handling
- Sound understanding of government statutes, USDA laws, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Familiarity with yield measurement, downtime tracking, and production performance reporting
- Understanding of food safety systems including HACCP principles in a meat processing context
Full Compensation & Benefits Breakdown
Base Salary & Bonus
- Base Salary Range: $67,200 – $82,688 annually based on experience and qualifications
- Annual Bonus Program: Eligible to participate in company incentive bonus plan (amount varies based on performance and standard incentive program terms)
Health & Insurance Benefits
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage beginning after 60 days of employment
- Dental Insurance: Full dental coverage beginning after 60 days of employment
- Vision Insurance: Eye care coverage beginning after 60 days of employment
Retirement Benefits
- 401(k) Eligibility: Active from first day of employment — one of the best entry terms available
- Company Match: Employer match begins after first year of service per company vesting schedule
- Long-Term Security: Structured retirement program supporting your financial future
Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Sick Leave: Paid sick time supporting employee health and wellbeing
- Vacation Time: Paid vacation accrual supporting work-life balance
- Company Holidays: 6 company-observed paid holidays per year
Who Should Apply?
- Kill Floor Supervisors: With 5+ years experience managing all areas of beef or protein harvest
- Meat Processing Managers: With USDA-regulated facility background seeking salary advancement
- Slaughter Dept. Leads: Ready to step into full Harvest Supervisor management responsibility
- Food Production Supervisors: With offal and byproduct processing knowledge and team leadership
- USDA-Experienced Professionals: Comfortable with inspector communication and regulatory compliance
- Colorado Protein Industry Workers: Seeking stable full-time supervisory career with strong benefits
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