Production Supervisor

Tyson Foods; New London (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in New London, CT is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to lead a manufacturing team in our Prepared Foods division. You will manage daily production, quality, yields, and safety, while maintaining accurate records and ensuring line readiness.

The role requires 1+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong leadership and communication skills, and familiarity with SAP. Travel is possible to other facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; additional vocational or college courses preferred.
• 1+ years in a manufacturing environment; supervisory experience preferred.
• SAP experience and basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise team; educate on benefits and policies.
• Monitor production orders, shipments, inventory rotation, and product coding.
• Ensure all line stations are staffed before start-up.
• Ensure machinery runs and USDA inspection readiness.
• Promote safety through daily actions and monthly meetings.
• Coordinate with other supervisors to solve problems.
• Provide ongoing education on quality standards.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

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!

SUMMARY : 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. Experience in food manufacturing or sanitation preferred.

• Computer Skills : Basic computer skills. SAP experience.

• 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)

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