Micheal Mellette

Results-driven poultry operations leader with more than 15 years of progressive management experience overseeing poultry processing, deboning, shipping, production, food safety, and employee development. Proven track record of leading large teams, improving operational performance, reducing costs, and maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for building strong leadership teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and creating a culture focused on accountability, efficiency, and employee engagement.

Plant Manager - Allen Harim - Millsboro, Delaware

(2017-07 - 2026-04)

Oversaw all aspects of plant operations for a high-volume poultry processing facility, including production, maintenance, quality assurance, sanitation, and shipping. Led cross-functional management teams to achieve operational goals while maintaining compliance with food safety and workplace safety requirements.

• Directed plant-wide operations to meet production, quality, and financial targets.
• Developed department leaders and strengthened succession planning efforts.
• Managed staffing, workforce planning, and performance management initiatives.
• Monitored operational metrics and implemented strategies to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Coordinated facility improvements and capital projects to support business growth.
• Promoted a culture centered on safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Improved overall plant performance through process improvements and stronger operational accountability.
• Reduced operating costs while maintaining production output and product quality.
• Maintained excellent regulatory compliance and food safety performance.
• Built and mentored management teams that contributed to long-term operational stability.

Debone Manager - Pilgrim's Pride - Sumter, South Carolina

(2015-03 - 2017-07)

Managed daily deboning operations for one of the facility's largest production departments. Focused on maximizing productivity, improving yields, and developing frontline leadership while ensuring product quality and food safety standards were consistently met.

• Increased departmental productivity through workflow improvements and employee development.
• Improved labor utilization and product yields.
• Reduced downtime and strengthened operational performance.
• Enhanced food safety and quality results through improved process controls.

Shipping Manager / Debone Superintendent - Pilgrim's Pride

(2010-11 - 2015-03)

Led shipping, inventory, logistics, and deboning operations while ensuring customer requirements, production schedules, and delivery commitments were met. Managed multiple teams and collaborated with plant leadership to improve operational efficiency.

• Improved on-time shipment performance and customer satisfaction.
• Increased inventory accuracy and strengthened inventory control processes.
• Streamlined shipping and logistics activities, reducing delays and improving coordination.
• Developed supervisors and frontline employees, improving team performance and communication.

High School Diploma (1986)