Supervisor Maintenance

Tyson Foods; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Warren, MI, to lead a team of maintenance technicians during the 3rd shift. You will work with the Maintenance Manager to implement policies, ensure safety, and maintain high equipment reliability.

The role requires hands-on experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage preventive maintenance programs in a manufacturing environment. Tyson Foods offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as a maintenance technician or closely related role.
• Associate’s degree or relevant college certificate preferred.
• Experience in directing, evaluating and training maintenance technicians.
• Basic PLC knowledge; familiarity with SAP and MS Office is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct maintenance technicians, building a well-trained and motivated team.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager in developing and implementing maintenance policies and procedures.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Quickly assess issues to minimize production downtime.
• Ensure maintenance staff follow SQF Quality Management policies, GMP practices.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety culture

Education

Associate’s degree or related certificate

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

PLC knowledge

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 Maintenance Supervisor!

Summary

This location is part of our Prepared Foods Division. As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant maintenance, including leading and directing maintenance technicians. You will work closely with the Maintenance Manager to implement maintenance policies and procedures while ensuring a safe and clean environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct maintenance technicians, fostering a well‑trained and motivated team.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager in developing and implementing maintenance policies and procedures.
• Manage and oversee preventive maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Quickly assess issues to minimize production downtime.
• Ensure all maintenance staff understand and follow SQF Quality Management policies, procedures, and GMP practices.

Schedule: Sun-Thu with Fri as necessary, 9:30pm-6:30am with flexibility to adjust hours if needed.

Requirements

• Leadership and Technical Skills: Ability and experience in leading, directing, evaluating, and training a team of maintenance technicians.
• Skilled in measuring, monitoring, and reducing machine downtime, and diagnosing basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) issues, with the capacity to direct or assist in repairs.
• Preventive Maintenance and Safety: Capable of promoting a “Safety First” culture among staff and developing/maintaining an effective preventive maintenance program for equipment and plant.
• Experience and Education: Experience: Minimum of 3 years as a maintenance technician, or closely related role. Experience in directing, evaluating and training maintenance technicians preferred. Education: Associate’s degree or relevant college certificate in a related field is preferred, along with hands‑on experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Communication Skills: Proficient in verbal communication, with the ability to listen, understand, and articulate ideas effectively.
• Strong written communication skills for clear expression and comprehension of ideas and concepts.
• Computer Skills: Basic PLC experience required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; experience with SAP is a plus.
• Additional Requirements: Availability for some weekend work as needed.
• All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No.
• No 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.
• 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.
• Our team members make the difference.
• We are a high performing 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 Our Purpose.
• At Tyson, we feed the world like family.