Plant Engineer - Storm Lake, Iowa

Tyson Foods; Storm Lake (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Storm Lake, IA, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee cost-effective maintenance activities across processing and refrigeration systems. You will supervise maintenance supervisors and technicians, coordinate with contractors, and troubleshoot complex equipment issues.

The role requires 5+ years of maintenance leadership, a Bachelor’s degree preferred, and strong mechanical/electrical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years leading maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; combination of related education and experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, refrigeration, and automation.
• Solid communication and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of all equipment and processes in the facility.
• Direct and support maintenance supervisors and technicians, coordinating with contractors.
• Plan cost-effective maintenance activities and manage schedules and parts.
• Maintain automated systems including PLCs, HMIs, and robotics.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic systems

Refrigeration

Automation

Communication skills

PC literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PLC/SCADA/HMI

Robotics

Automation software

Job description

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for supervising and planning the cost-effective and timely execution of maintenance activities necessary to support the operation of all equipment and processes within the Processing Maintenance and Refrigeration departments. Responsibilities include directing, coordinating, and supporting maintenance supervisors and team members; collaborating with contractors, vendors, and company engineering teams on equipment modifications or installations; and troubleshooting and resolving new or complex technical issues related to equipment and processes.

Job Details:

SUMMARY:

This role is also responsible for efficiently managing and maintaining highly automated systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and robotics. Additional responsibilities include coordinating and maintaining the maintenance training program for maintenance team members; assisting with budget preparation and oversight; coordinating team member work schedules; ensuring required parts and assets are available and properly maintained; providing information to support management decision-making; and performing other duties as needed. Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred; a combination of related education and experience may be considered. Experience: Minimum of +5 years of progressive maintenance supervisory/leadership experience in an industry specific environment, including demonstrated experience directly leading Maintenance Supervisors or equivalent maintenance leaders. Computer Skills: Basic computer proficiency required. Communication Skills: Must communicate effectively and provide clear, specific direction. Special Skills: Requires strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, refrigeration, automation, and maintenance training processes. Must exercise sound judgment, make effective decisions, stay organized, and appropriately accept and delegate responsibility. Supervisory Responsibility: Provides supervision to maintenance supervisors and/or team members performing similar or related work. Travel: 1–5 trips annually.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred; a combination of related education and experience may be considered.

Experience: Minimum of +5 years of progressive maintenance supervisory/leadership experience in an industry specific environment, including demonstrated experience directly leading Maintenance Supervisors or equivalent maintenance leaders.

Computer Skills: Basic computer proficiency required.

Communication Skills: Must communicate effectively and provide clear, specific direction.

Special Skills: Requires strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, refrigeration, automation, and maintenance training processes. Must exercise sound judgment, make effective decisions, stay organized, and appropriately accept and delegate responsibility.

Supervisory Responsibility: Provides supervision to maintenance supervisors and/or team members performing similar or related work.

Travel: 1–5 trips annually.

Priority consideration will be given to applicants at this facility, as well as priority for internal candidates impacted due to plant closure or job elimination.

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.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

Yes

Work Shift

A Shift (United States of America)

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