Lead Maintenance Supervisor - 1st Shift, Food Manufacturing

Tyson Foods; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

FSA and HSA available

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance coordinator to lead and direct a team of maintenance technicians, oversee preventive maintenance, and ensure safe and compliant operations in a food manufacturing plant. The role requires coordinating policies with the Maintenance Manager and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in reducing downtime, and familiarity with GMP and SQF requirements.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program for equipment and plant.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Staff Leadership

Downtime Reduction

Diagnostics (Electrical/Mechanical)

Safety Culture

Preventive Maintenance

Education

Associates degree or certificate

5+ years related experience

Equivalent education/experience in food manufacturing

Tools

SAP

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance coordinator to lead and direct a team of maintenance technicians, oversee preventive maintenance, and ensure safe and compliant operations in a food manufacturing plant. The role requires coordinating policies with the Maintenance Manager and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in reducing downtime, and familiarity with GMP and SQF requirements.