Utilities Supervisor (2nd Shift) – St Joseph Prepared Foods Plant

Tyson Foods; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for the Prepared Foods Division in Missouri. The role oversees utilities and building/grounds management, and provides frontline supervision of mechanics and operators to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance of ammonia refrigeration, boilers, and related systems.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years in industrial maintenance, knowledge of refrigeration theory, and SAP-PM/CMMS familiarity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certificate preferred.
• 3+ years in industrial maintenance, boiler/refrigeration, or related technical field.
• Knowledge of refrigeration theory required; food processing/packaging experience preferred.
• Proficient with Windows-based applications; SAP-PM familiarity and documentation skills expected.
• Strong communication and supervisory abilities essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee utilities maintenance and building/grounds management.
• Supervise hourly maintenance team supporting boilers, refrigeration, and PSM activities.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules and priorities to meet facility needs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and drive continuous improvement of utility systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or technical certificate

Tools

SAP-PM

CMMS

Windows-based systems

Job description

Prepared Foods Division

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: 2nd Schedule: Monday - Friday, Saturday and Sundays as‑needed to support operations. Additional compensation is provided for the 6th and 7th workdays. Hours: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM/end of shift (flex as needed)

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and management of plant Utilities and Buildings & Grounds. Utilities include, but are not limited to, ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration systems, steam generation systems, boilers, Fulton thermal fluid heaters, compressed air systems, fire protection systems, HVAC systems, potable water systems, and plant utility distribution infrastructure. Buildings & Grounds responsibilities include maintaining, managing, and improving internal and external facility assets and property. Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) is required. Responsibilities include ensuring reliability, regulatory compliance, maintenance execution, contractor coordination, and continuous improvement of utility systems. This role provides frontline supervision of mechanics & operators in the department, establishing work schedules and priorities to ensure facility needs are met.

• Utilities maintenance
• Plant building and grounds management
• Frontline supervision of mechanics & operators

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certificate preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years’ in industrial maintenance, boiler/refrigeration, or a related technical field.
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of refrigeration theory required. Food processing or packaging experience preferred.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Windows-based applications; able to use email, enter data, and create basic queries. Will be expected to learn SAP-PM and maintain accurate documentation, scheduling, and preventive maintenance instructions.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal, written, and reading communication skills required.
• Technical Skills: Ability to install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems. Experience with ammonia refrigeration, electrical systems (230–480V three-phase and 110V control), boilers, water treatment, pneumatics, hydraulics, and general mechanical and plumbing work essential. Fabrication and oxy-acetylene welding skills a plus. CMMS experience preferred.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise and lead hourly maintenance team members supporting boilers, refrigeration systems, building maintenance, and PSM activities. Must demonstrate strong leadership, organization, accountability, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Position Specific Requirements: Must reside in the United States to be considered. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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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.

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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