Maintenance Supervisor (3rd Shift) – Vernon Prepared Plant

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on day one of employment

Education assistance

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in the United States to oversee maintenance technicians and lead preventive maintenance efforts within the Prepared Foods Division.

The role partners with the Maintenance Manager to ensure safe, clean, and compliant production facilities. The ideal candidate will show strong leadership, hands-on skills in electrical, mechanical, PLC issues, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Leadership and technical skills in directing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and maintain a preventive maintenance program.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct maintenance technicians, ensuring a trained, motivated team.
• Assist Maintenance Manager in developing maintenance policies and procedures.
• Manage preventive maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Quickly assess issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure staff follow SQF, GMP, and quality policies.

Skills

Leadership & team leadership

Technical skills

Preventive maintenance

Safety culture

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

PLC

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact? Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division.

We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and EDUCATION ASSISTANCE!

Shift: 3rd

Schedule: Monday - Friday, Saturday and Sundays as-needed to support operations. Additional compensation is provided for the 6th and 7th workdays.

Hours: 10:30 PM - 7:30 AM/end of shift (flex as needed). Occasional after-hours work may also be needed to support operations.

SUMMARY

This location is part of our Prepared Foods Division. As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant maintenance, including leading and directing maintenance technicians. You will work closely with the Maintenance Manager to implement maintenance policies and procedures while ensuring a safe and clean environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and direct maintenance technicians, fostering a well-trained and motivated team.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager in developing and implementing maintenance policies and procedures.
• Manage and oversee preventive maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Quickly assess issues to minimize production downtime.
• Ensure all maintenance staff understand and follow SQF Quality Management policies, procedures, and GMP practices.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Skills

• Leadership and Technical Skills: Ability and experience in leading, directing, evaluating, and training a team of maintenance technicians. Skilled in measuring, monitoring, and reducing machine downtime, and diagnosing basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) issues, with the capacity to direct or assist in repairs.
• Preventive Maintenance and Safety: Capable of promoting a "Safety First" culture among staff and developing/maintaining an effective preventive maintenance program for equipment and plant.

Experience and Education

• Experience: 3+yearsas a maintenancetechnician,or closely relatedrole.Experience in directing,evaluatingand training maintenance technicianspreferred.
• Education: Associate’s degree or relevant college certificate in a related field is preferred, along with hands-on experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.

Communication Skills

• Proficient in verbal communication, with the ability to listen, understand, and articulate ideas effectively.
• Strong written communication skills for clear expression and comprehension of ideas and concepts.

Computer Skills

• Basic PLC experience required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; experience with SAP is a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Availability for some weekend work as needed.

Position Specific Requirements

• Must reside in the United States to be considered.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift: 3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

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