Sr Supervisor Maintenance - Waterloo, IA

Management Level:

85

Work Shift:

A Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

This position is responsible for all aspects of plant maintenance coordination including leading and directing maintenance technicians.  Foster a well-trained and motivated staff.

Job Details

• Responsible for supervising a group of mechanics who perform somewhat identical and related tasks or activities and fostering a well-trained and motivated staff. 
• Manage and oversee the preventative maintenance and repairs of equipment. 
• Schedule maintenance crews and production work orders. 
• Ability and experience to lead, direct, evaluate and train a staff of maintenance technicians.
• Measure, monitor and reduce machine downtime.
• Diagnose basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) problems and direct/assist with repairs.
• Promote a ‘Safety First’ culture amongst staff.
• Develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program for equipment and plant.  
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

Tasks include standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and reaching. This position can work in a hot, humid environment or cold, damp environment and slippery surfaces.

***Hours and days off (schedule) will be discussed in the interview***

Requirements

• Education:  High School diploma or equivalent preferred. 
• Experience:  1+ years’ industrial maintenance experience. 
• Supervisory Skills:  Responsible for supervising a group of mechanics who perform somewhat identical and related tasks or activities and fostering a well-trained and motivated staff. 
• Must possess knowledge of SQF Quality Management policies and procedures along with GMP practices to ensure all maintenance employees understand and follow the company policies and procedures. 
• Must be able to speak clearly, listen and understand ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. 
• Computer Skills:  Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook at the intermediate level, experience with SAP software is a plus.  
• Good verbal and written communication skills required. 
• Some weekend work required.

“Internal disqualifiers are the following:

• 6 attendance points or more
• Any suspension on record for the last 12 months”

Preference given to internal qualified candidates currently employed at this facility followed by candidates from other Tyson facilities then external candidates.

Resume will be required for consideration for this position.

Position not taking sponsorships.

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

For Professional Management levels, internal applicants should either upload a resume to their application OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience in the sections provided.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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