3RD SHIFT MAINTENANCE GENERAL FOREMAN

Iowa Ag; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Life insurance

401 (K) plan

Job summary

Iowa Ag is seeking a Maintenance General Foreperson in Ottumwa, IA, to oversee the entire plant floor operations and manage production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the beef or pork industry, along with a strong background in food safety compliance and maintenance practices.

The role involves training supervisors and ensuring machinery and equipment are properly maintained. JBS offers a full range of benefits, including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.

Qualifications

• 5 years proven experience in the Beef or Pork industry preferred.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Ability to monitor and operate refrigeration and steam/boiler equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant floor operation and production schedules.
• Train and develop supervisors for management depth.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Conflict resolution skills

Computer knowledge

Organizational skills

Ability to work 50+ hours

Self‑motivated

Bilingual

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field

Job description

Description

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: Maintenance General Foreperson

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance

LOCATION: Ottumwa

SALARY CLASS: Exempt

Purpose & Scope

To oversee entire plant floor functioning. Direct supervisors with respect to production volume, quality, cost and meeting production schedules and delivery dates. Train and develop supervisors to provide management depth and develop teamwork to attain department objectives. Review daily production schedule to plan work and personnel assignments. Monitor and confirm that machinery, equipment, and facilities are properly maintained and sanitized. Maintain good employee relations and adherence to labor contract provisions. Prioritize work orders and schedule mechanics and supervisors according to immediacy and necessity of orders. Monitor all production areas to ensure proper functioning of equipment and machinery. Perform skilled maintenance activities including construction, welding, brazing, soldering, plumbing and hydraulics. Adjust, repair and replace electrical and electronic equipment. Participate in HAZMAT team to ensure preparedness for emergency situations. Promote and encourage safety in all aspects of maintenance. Arrange for completion of required paperwork, such as payroll. Attend meetings as scheduled. Other duties as assigned.

Principle Responsibilities

• KPI Management: Responsible to oversee department targets and controls. Monitor shift operations and productivity. Maximize the efficiency of the department and ensure Daily Production plan targets available for the Operations team in time for an effective shift start.
• Effective communication and support: Actively resolve problems that team members raise. Provide positive feedback and constructive criticism to help build confidence and develop skills. Responsible for coaching and discipline of team members.
• Food Safety: Ensure compliance with Technical and Quality standards as identified on Product Specifications, isolate and address non-conformance, and monitor measures designed to maintain and improve standards within the Department.
• Process Control: Liaise with the New Product Development department on product trials to ensure all appropriate people, equipment and materials are available and that the trial runs effectively and efficiently. Ensure that all material needed for trials and first production are available as needed and maintained through the life of the product. Establish a hand-over with shift managers and team leads to ensure all operational requirements are achieved, next steps are reviewed, and actions for all meetings completed. Identify and effectively resolve any problems affecting performance within the Department and other departments within influence.
• Inventory Management: Maintain the MRP system to ensure raw material, packaging and finished goods stocks are at necessary levels, organized according to food safety and process control procedures. Ensure all material usage is properly reported and documented. Responsible for FIFO, lot control, storage and transportation of all materials.
• MC Waste Management: Monitor and oversee material use. Analyze material yield, waste, and unknown loss control programs. Ensure the use of proper material management tools and methods daily. Control material usage daily and review trends.

Working Conditions

• Production and maintenance settings
• Exposure to various chemicals, machinery, and knives
• Slippery floors, cold temperatures, and loud ambient noise

Education

• High School degree or equivalent required, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field preferred

Experience

• 5 years proven experience in the Beef or Pork industry preferred

Special Skills

• Effective communication, both written and verbally in English
• Excellent conflict resolution skills
• Computer knowledge required
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work 50+ hours
• Good attendance and safety records
• Self‑motivated, high sense of urgency
• Previous refrigeration/boiler and related experience preferred
• Ability to monitor and operate all refrigeration and steam/boiler areas to ensure proper functioning of equipment and machinery
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Heavy lifting required
• Bi‑lingual helpful, but not required

Relationships

• Internal: Employees on the production line and plant management
• External: USDA and Union

Qualifications

• Experience working in a food manufacturing environment applying common processes, procedures and equipment. Experience managing in a chilled food manufacturing business preferred.
• Good understanding of continuous improvement production techniques and use of tools to deliver improved performance.
• Demonstrable record of delivery through teamwork.

Comments

The schedule for this position is typically Mon-Saturday. Weekend work will be required as scheduled. During Fall Season, Saturdays are typically scheduled. This position is best suited for a person wishing to advance their career.

Equal‑opportunity Statement

EOE, including disability/vets.

JBS offers a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.

JBS is an equal opportunity employer.