Supervisor Maintenance - A Shift - Finney County Plant

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Holcomb (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to coordinate all aspects of plant maintenance and lead a team of technicians.

The role focuses on directing maintenance policies, preventing downtime, and ensuring a safe, clean environment in a food manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in maintenance leadership, knowledge of PLCs, SAP, and Microsoft Office, and a demonstrated ability to train staff while upholding GMP requirements.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 5+ years in food manufacturing maintenance.
• 5 years lead/supervisor experience with direct reports.
• Ability to diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and PLC problems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP experience a plus.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a staff of maintenance technicians.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Minimize downtime by rapid problem assessment and resolution.
• Promote Safety First culture and ensure GMP compliance.

Skills

Staff leadership

Downtime reduction

PLC diagnosis

SAP experience

MS Office

Education

Associate degree or certificate

Tools

SAP

PLC knowledge

Job description

Job Details

Summary

This position is responsible for all aspects of plant maintenance coordination including leading and directing maintenance technicians. Foster a well-trained and motivated staff. Assist the Maintenance Manager to direct and coordinate maintenance policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and clean environment. Manage and oversee the preventative maintenance and repairs of equipment. Quickly assess problems to minimize downtime of production. Must possess knowledge of SQF Quality Management policies and procedures along with GMP practices to ensure all maintenance employees understand and follow the company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Must have the ability and experience to: lead, direct, evaluate and train a staff of 15 maintenance technicians; measure, monitor and reduce machine downtime; diagnose basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) problems and direct/assist with repairs; promote a 'Safety First' culture amongst staff; and, develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program for equipment and plant. Preferred

Education

Associates degree or college program certificate; or 5+ years related experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in a food manufacturing environment.

Experience

5 years of experience as a maintenance lead or supervisor with direct reports PREFERED. Experience in directing, evaluating and training maintenance technicians PREFERED.

Communication Skills

Must be able to speak clearly, listen and understand ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Ability to express ideas and concepts clearly in writing and understand the same PREFERED.

Computer Skills

Must have basic PLC experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook at the intermediate level PREFERED. Experience with SAP a plus.

Position-Specific Requirements

Some weekend work required

Relocation Assistance Eligible

Yes

Work Shift

A Shift (United States of America)

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