Maintenance Supervisor - Lead Plant Technicians

Tyson Foods; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Education assistance

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Supervisor Maintenance to lead and coordinate maintenance technicians across a high-volume pork plant. You will oversee preventative maintenance, repairs, and scheduling of crews to minimize downtime.

The role requires at least 1 year of industrial maintenance experience, supervisory skills, and familiarity with SQF/GMP policies. Strong communication and computer skills are essential, with weekend work possible.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years’ industrial maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated supervisory ability to lead a team of mechanics.
• Knowledge of SQF Quality Management policies and GMP practices.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook; SAP exposure a plus.
• Willingness to work weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a group of maintenance mechanics and foster a trained, motivated staff.
• Manage preventative maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Schedule maintenance crews and production work orders.
• Lead, direct, and train staff; promote a Safety First culture.
• Diagnose basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and PLC issues and direct repairs.
• Develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program for plant equipment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Strong communication

Electrical & mechanical aptitude

Safety mindset

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Tyson Foods in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Supervisor Maintenance to lead and coordinate maintenance technicians across a high-volume pork plant. You will oversee preventative maintenance, repairs, and scheduling of crews to minimize downtime.

The role requires at least 1 year of industrial maintenance experience, supervisory skills, and familiarity with SQF/GMP policies. Strong communication and computer skills are essential, with weekend work possible.