Production Supervisor

Tyson Foods; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Alabama is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift in our Prepared Foods division. You will lead a fast-paced line, oversee staffing, training, and performance, while upholding strict safety, quality, and USDA requirements.

You will coordinate with maintenance, plan daily orders, monitor yields, and drive continuous improvement. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential to keep production on schedule and ensure accurate records and

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop a team.
• Must pass background checks and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Build and guide a productive team, including hiring, training, and coaching.
• Review daily production orders to ensure on-time fulfillment and proper coding.
• Ensure all line stations are staffed and equipment performs safely.
• Maintain USDA inspection readiness and ongoing quality emphasis.
• Lead safety initiatives and monthly safety meetings.
• Collaborate with other supervisors to resolve issues and improve quality.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Team supervision

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details:

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 as a Production Supervisor!

You can expect your day to day include maintaining high production, quality, and yields while ensuring the safest working environment possible. This position requires an essential understanding and control of the production process, accurate record keeping, and general line maintenance and staffing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• You’ll build the best team possible. That includes Hiring, training, Retaining, and counseling on personal and professional problems as well as educating your team on benefits, compensations, and company policies. You’ll guide the team in stretches before their shift and rotate workstations throughout the shift.
• Checking daily production orders to ensure fulfillment of customer orders, ensuring accurate shipments, record keeping, rotation of inventory, and proper coding of products.
• Ensuring all workstations on your line are staffed before start-up of production.
• Ensuring all machinery is performing and all workstations have passed USDA Inspection
• Promoting safety daily as well as through monthly safety meetings
• Overseeing various processing operations and working with other supervisors in solving problems
• Providing continuous education on the importance of quality
• Performing other responsibilities as the need arises

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: High school diploma; additional vocational or college courses preferred.
• Experience: 1+ years in a manufacturing environment. Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Special Skills: Strong leadership and problem-solving skills; strong work ethic, and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel: Some travel is required. This could be to other facilities or to corporate.
• Preferred Skills (Not Required): Knowledge of food industry processes and equipment, understanding of financial indicators/analysis, and experience in budget development/management.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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.

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.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.