Manager Maintenance I- Chicago Bruss, IL

Tyson Foods; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Illinois to oversee the maintenance of production equipment, buildings and utilities, including ammonia compressors and wastewater systems. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and data-driven maintenance management.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in industrial maintenance, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and strong skills in electrical, refrigeration, hydraulics, mechanical, and plant optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6+ years maintenance experience.
• Computer Skills: Standard computer skills.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; some public speaking skills.
• Special Skills: Industrial Maintenance in fields such as electrical refrigeration hydraulics or mechanical.
• Supervisory: Responsible for supervising a group of personnel who perform similar or interrelated tasks.
• Travel: 1-5 domestic trips per year.
• Background Checks: Certain roles may require background checks; details provided if offered position.
• Physical requirements: willing to perform physical tasks with/without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and implementing plant improvements and expansions.
• Ensure maintenance personnel are trained on updated equipment and skills.
• Provide a safe workplace and comply with safety programs.
• Monitor operation of plant equipment to minimize downtime and solve problems.
• Maintain SAP CMMS for tracking work orders and inventory.
• Make recommendations to improve plant operations and maintenance problems.
• Train and motivate maintenance staff and ensure safe, timely, efficient execution of programs.
• Adhere to safety, OSHA, PSM and environmental policies.

Skills

Industrial Maintenance

Electrical

Refrigeration

Hydraulics

Mechanical

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for supervising the maintenance of production equipment buildings and utilities including ammonia compressors offal and Wastewater Department.

Responsibilities

• assist with planning and implementing plant improvements and expansions;
• ensure that all maintenance personnel are well trained on the most updated version of operating equipment as well as other maintenance skills;
• provide a safe workplace and comply with all safety and regulated programs;
• monitor operation of plant equipment and systems constantly to minimize unplanned downtime anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner and identify issues;
• establish and maintain a computerized maintenance management system SAP for tracking work orders adequate and appropriate inventory of replacement parts;
• make recommendations for improving plant operations and solving maintenance related problems through analyzing data;
• ensure that all maintenance personnel are properly trained equipped and motivated so maintenance programs and processes can be accomplished in a safe timely and efficient manner;
• ensure the Costal Training system is in place and communicated to maintenance personnel and provide the resources for skillsets needed;
• maintain a tracking system that assists in analyzing key maintenance parameters such as asset utilization maintenance cost PM compliance etc.
• ensure all safety health OSHA PSM and environmental policies and procedures are in compliance with company policy as well as local state and federal regulations;
• ensure safety program is communicated and enforced;
• monitor and administer purchasing and use of all parts and equipment materials and supplies utilized in the maintenance department;
• ensure refrigeration system and wastewater systems are well maintained and meet all regulatory guidelines;
• administer the maintenance budget and ensure the achievement of financial goals.
• 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.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: 6 plus years maintenance experience.
• Computer Skills: Standard computer skills.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; some public speaking skills.
• Special Skills: Industrial Maintenance in fields such as electrical refrigeration hydraulics or mechanical.
• Supervisory: Responsible for supervising a group of personnel who perform similar or interrelated tasks.
• Travel: 1-5 domestic trips per year.
• Background Checks: 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.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Range/Rate: $112,000.00 - $188,000.00
• Incentives: Annual Incentive Plan: Yes, Long-Term Incentive Plan: No

Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

Work Details

• Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes
• Work Shift: A Shift (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

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.

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