B-Shift Maintenance Supervisor-Storm Lake, Iowa

0045 Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc.; Storm Lake (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, life, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Storm Lake, IA is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of 15 technicians, coordinate maintenance policies, and keep equipment running with minimal downtime across a busy food production line.

A compatible candidate has an associate degree or college certificate (or 3 years in a food manufacturing maintenance role), basic PLC experience, SAP familiarity, and a strong focus on Safety First, GMP and SQF compliance. Some weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or college certification or 3 years relevant experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years as a maintenance lead or supervisor with direct reports.
• Knowledge of SQF Quality Management policies and GMP practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct maintenance technicians.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Assess problems quickly to minimize downtime.
• Promote a Safety First culture among staff.

Skills

Staff leadership

Downtime reduction

PLC diagnostics

Safety culture

Preventive maintenance

Education

Associate degree or college certification

3 years in food manufacturing maintenance

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details:

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. Assist the Maintenance Manager to direct and coordinate maintenance policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and clean environment. Manage and oversee the preventative maintenance and repairs of equipment. Quickly assess problems to minimize downtime of production. 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.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have the ability and experience to lead, direct, evaluate and train a staff of 15 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
• and develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program for equipment and plant

Education:

An associate degree, completion of a college certification program, or a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and training. A combination of education and experience within a food manufacturing environment is also acceptable.

Experience:

At least 3 years of experience serving as a maintenance lead or supervisor with responsibility for managing direct reports. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians may be considered in place of formal education or specific experience requirements.

Communication Skills:

Must be able to speak clearly, listen and understand ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Ability to express ideas and concepts clearly in writing and understand the same.

Computer Skills:

Must have basic PLC experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook at the intermediate level. Experience with SAP a plus.

Position-Specific Requirements:

Some weekend work required.

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.

Additional Details:

• Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes
• Work Shift: B Shift (United States of America)
• Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

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

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.

• 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

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

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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