Production Supervisor

Tyson Foods; Cincinnati (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods in the United States is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Prepared Foods Division. You will lead a production line, ensure safety, quality, and yields, and manage staffing and line maintenance across all shifts.

Responsibilities include building a strong team, training and coaching, coordinating with other supervisors, and ensuring USDA standards are met while driving efficiency and cost control. The role demands strong leadership and communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; additional vocational or college courses preferred.
• 1+ years in a manufacturing environment and prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Some travel is required.
• Knowledge of food industry processes and equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build the best team possible through hiring, training, retaining, and counseling; guide stretches and rotate workstations.
• Check daily production orders to ensure fulfillment of customer orders, accurate shipments, inventory rotation, and proper coding of products.
• Ensure all workstations on your line are staffed before start-up.
• Ensure all machinery is performing and all workstations have passed USDA Inspection.
• Promote safety daily via routines and monthly meetings.
• Oversee processing operations and collaborate with other supervisors to solve problems.
• Provide continuous education on the importance of quality.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Fast-paced environment

Written communication

Verbal communication

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

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 and 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:

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

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