Production Supervisor – Staging/Whole Bird- 2nd Shift- Waverly Plant

Tyson Foods; Waverly Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Production Supervisor at the Waverly Plant in Michigan for the 2nd Shift. The role involves leading a team to ensure efficient operations in the staging area, maintaining safety and quality standards, and promoting a positive work environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a minimum of 1 year in manufacturing, and supervisory experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a manufacturing environment and prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership abilities and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe work practices throughout all assigned areas.
• Ensure reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time.
• Train, develop, and guide team members on production processes.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Manufacturing experience

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High school diploma

Vocational or college courses

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Supervisor - Staging/Whole Bird- 2nd Shift- Waverly Plant page is loaded## Production Supervisor - Staging/Whole Bird- 2nd Shift- Waverly Plantlocations: Waverly Plant - Waverly, Nebraskatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0469506**Job Details:****SUMMARY:**The **Staging Supervisor** plays a key role in ensuring smooth, efficient operations across both the staging area and the whole bird line. This position leads and supports a team of hourly team members, guiding daily workflows to keep production running safely and on schedule. Responsibilities include overseeing shipment verification, maintaining accurate inventory records, preparing products for shipment, supporting waste-recovery processes, and ensuring quality whole-bird hanging and whole bird packaging. The Supervisor also ensures continuous improvement and supports a positive, team-focused work environment.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Champion a strong safety culture by promoting safe work practices throughout all assigned areas.* Ensure all reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time.* Partner closely with Quality Assurance to maintain a food-safe, sanitary operation that meets all USDA and company standards.* Establish, adjust, and improve procedures to meet production schedules, efficiency goals, and budget expectations.* Drive performance by maximizing yields and throughput while reducing downtime, accidents, and turnover through effective coaching and team-building.* Ensure full compliance with food-safety programs, including HACCP, SSOPs, and GMPs.* Prepare the department for daily operations, including verifying staffing and readiness.* Monitor and control waste, including product, supplies, and labor utilization.* Train, develop, and guide team members on production processes and standard operating procedures.* Complete end-of-shift documentation and ensure accurate recordkeeping.* Perform other duties as assigned to support department and facility goals.**ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:*** In the absence of the Staging Supervisor, the area leads will assume all responsibilities, including those related to quality and food safety, typically carried out by the Production Supervisor**QUALIFICATIONS:****Education and/or Experience**:* **Education:** High school diploma; additional vocational or college courses preferred.* **Experience:** 1+ years in a manufacturing environment and prior supervisory experience preferred. Poultry experience preferred.* **Computer Skills:**Proficiency using Microsoft Office software - Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams.* **Communication Skills:** Strong verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual preferred but not required* **Special Skills:** Strong leadership abilities, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment.* **Supervisory:** This position is responsible for supervising a group of diverse personnel who perform somewhat identical and related tasks or activities.**Physical Requirements / Environment:*** Stand/Walk: Frequent* Sit: Occasional* Lift/Carry: Occasional (1- 50 lbs.)* Other Physical Requirements:* Bend/stoop, squat, climb (up to 3 ft), reach above shoulder (up to 5 ft.), push/pull: Occasional;* Grasp, push: Occasional* Environment: Marked changes in temperature and humidity, exposure outside condition: occasional, some office work**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.**Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.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.**If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **.**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.Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations.Join us on the journey.At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy!We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business.We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work.To learn more about our culture, please read .The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact [phone] for further assistance.**Benefits**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. Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment (unless otherwise noted).**Education Assistance Program****Your Growth, Our Commitment**At Tyson Foods, your success drives ours. On day 31 of service, eligible team members can access education assistance through **Upward Academy Online (Guild)** - offering everything from English language learning and professional certificates to college degrees.Approved programs come with no upfront tuition or out-of-pocket costs(up to $5,250 per year), so you can build skills, earn credentials, and take your career further - while *we* invest in your future.**401(k) & Stock Purchase Plans**Prepare for your future in retirement with our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan and Stock Purchase Plan. Our 401(k) plan offers both pre-tax and after-tax Roth contributions.Once you've completed a year of service with the company, Tyson will contribute to your retirement savings in the 401(k) Plan with a match equal to 100% of the first 3% of eligible pay you contribute, plus 50% of the next 2 percent of eligible pay you contribute.Also after one year, Tyson will match 25% of the first 10% of eligible pay you contribute to the Stock Purchase Plan. Your contributions and Tyson's contributions to the plans are always 100% vested.