Production Supervisor Cut floor 1st Shift- Madison, NE

Tyson Foods; Madison (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Production Supervisor to ensure high levels of production, quality, and yield while maintaining a safe work environment.

You will review daily production orders, oversee line maintenance, and manage training, staffing, and ergonomics to support a high-performing team. Strong communication and record-keeping are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in meat manufacturing (preferred pork/beef).
• 1+ year of supervisory or team lead experience.
• High school diploma required; additional education/training preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Oversee a team performing related tasks and activities.

Responsibilities

• Review daily production orders to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of customer requirements.
• Oversee morning exercises and job rotation to support Team Member ergonomics and well-being.
• Ensure all machinery operates at peak performance and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Verify that all workstations meet USDA inspection standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture through daily practices and lead monthly safety meetings.
• Oversee accurate shipping, inventory rotation, and product coding.
• Communicate company benefits and compensation policies clearly to Team Members.
• Motivate and encourage Team Members to foster a high-performing, engaged workforce.
• Handle human relations tasks including training, retention, and counseling on personal and professional matters.
• Supervise various processing operations, collaborating with other supervisors to solve production issues.
• Maintain records on reworked or returned products.
• Provide continuous education to the team on the importance of quality.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Team supervision

Verbal communication

Written communication

Meat production

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

This role is responsible for ensuring high levels of production, quality, and yield, while maintaining the safest working environment possible. The position requires a solid understanding of production processes, accurate record-keeping, line maintenance, and effective staffing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review daily production orders to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of customer requirements.
• Oversee morning exercises and job rotation to support Team Member ergonomics and well-being.
• Ensure all machinery operates at peak performance and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Verify that all workstations meet USDA inspection standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture through daily practices and lead monthly safety meetings.
• Oversee accurate shipping, inventory rotation, and product coding.
• Communicate company benefits and compensation policies clearly to Team Members.
• Motivate and encourage Team Members to foster a high-performing, engaged workforce.
• Handle human relations tasks including training, retention, and counseling on personal and professional matters.
• Supervise various processing operations, collaborating with other supervisors to solve production issues.
• Maintain records on reworked or returned products.
• Provide continuous education to the team on the importance of quality.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 1 year in a meat manufacturing environment (preferably pork or beef), plus 1+ year of supervisory or team lead experience.
• Education: High school diploma required; additional education or specialized training preferred.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer proficiency.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Supervisory: Responsible for overseeing a team performing related tasks and activities.