Grain Terminal Production Supervisor

Perdue Farms · Chesapeake, VA

Level: Supervisor
Team: Production
Base pay: $68k–$102k
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 1+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: 3 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A supervisor production role at Perdue Farms (industrial) in Chesapeake, VA. Provide a safe working environment per federal, state, and local regulations along with agribusiness requirements.

They ask for: 1+ years · degree required
Tools it names: EHS / safety
Base pay: $68k–$102k

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Production Supervisor roles in Virginia: typical posted base $68k–$88k. This one lists $68k–$102k.

Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 31 production supervisor openings in Virginia, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 34 other live production postings in Virginia.

Base pay: About 5% above similar roles
Experience asked: Less than usual (1+ vs 3+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Team leadership 86%
5S 23%
✓ EHS / safety 23%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 1+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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qualifications

with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Responsibilities

◆Lead and direct activities of facility associates that receive, dry, store, and distribute grain.
◆Provide a safe working environment per federal, state, and local regulations along with agribusiness requirements.
◆Ensure service and equity of grades is provided to both internal and external customers.
◆Ensure the condition of grain is maintained and/or improved while in storage.
◆Coordinate with grain merchandising ensuring positive customer relationships and effective planning to provide for timely and efficient cost movement of grain.
◆Ensure routine and preventative maintenance is performed on all receiving and storage equipment to maximize availability and longevity.
◆Identify opportunities, synergies, and improvements to increase facility operating effectiveness and reduce operating costs including the development of capital plans and execution of individual projects according to plans.
◆Provide job-specific training, safety, and environmental training to ensure associates understand and are fully engaged in the production, safety and environmental processes that are required to meet operational and customer requirements.

Minimum Education and Experience

✓High school diploma or equivalent.
✓1-3 years of previous supervisory experience.
✓Basic knowledge of software applications.
✓Knowledge of federal, state, local and OSHA regulations. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
✓Required to travel to remote agribusiness facilities and customer locations.

Preferred Education and Experience

✓Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Logistics, Business or a related discipline.
✓Previous grain handling experience.
✓Knowledge of grain receiving and storage technologies.
✓Understanding of commodity markets.

Physical

Requirements

and Environmental Factors

✓Able to move freely throughout the agribusiness facilities including climbing vertical heights (0 -150')
✓Able to carry tools and equipment (0-50 lbs.)
✓May be exposed to temperatures (0-100) degrees Fahrenheit, humidity (0-100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available).
✓Must be able to wear protective equipment to include self-contained breathing apparatus.

Nearest Major Market: Hampton Roads

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Grain Terminal Production Supervisor

Date

Nov 3, 2026

Location

Chesapeake, VA, US, 23323

82020

Job Function

Production

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

Join our team as a Grain Terminal Production Supervisor! In this role, you will lead and direct the activities of facility associates responsible for receiving, drying, storing, and distributing grain while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the condition of grain is preserved, customer expectations are met, and operations run efficiently and cost-effectively. By fostering a culture of safety, training, and continuous improvement, you’ll support both internal and external customers while driving operational effectiveness and helping the facility achieve its goals.

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