Production Supervisor (3rd Shift) - St Joseph Prepared Foods Plant

Tyson Foods; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid time off

401(k) plans

affordable health, life, dental,vision

and more

Job summary

Tyson Foods seeks a Production Supervisor for the 3rd shift in the United States to maintain high production, quality, and yields while ensuring a safe work environment. You will supervise staffing, line maintenance, and USDA inspection readiness to uphold our standards.

You’ll lead the team in shift starts, rotate workstations, and train staff on benefits, policy, and performance expectations, with opportunities for growth within the Prepared Foods Division.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; vocational or college courses preferred.
• 1+ years in a manufacturing environment; supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities; able to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting.
• Some travel may be required to other facilities or corporate.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, retain, and counsel team members on benefits, compensation, and policies.
• Lead stretch routines before shifts and rotate workstations during production.
• Check daily production orders to fulfill customer demands and maintain records.
• Ensure all line workstations are staffed and machinery runs properly.
• Maintain USDA inspection readiness and promote daily safety.
• Oversee operations and collaborate with other supervisors to resolve issues.
• Provide ongoing education on quality and perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Team management

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.

We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and EDUCATION ASSISTANCE !

Shift: 3rd
Schedule: Monday - Friday, Saturday and Sundays as‑needed to support operations. Additional compensation is provided for the 6th and 7th workdays.
Hours: 11:00 PM - 8:00 AM/end of shift (flex as needed)

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, but NOT Required: Knowledge of food industry, processes and equipment and technologies. Understanding of financial indicators / analysis and experience in budget development / management.

POSITION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Must reside in the United States to be considered.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes
• Work Shift: 3RD 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.

BENEFITS

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

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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UNSOLICITED ASSISTANCE

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.