B-Shift Maintenance Supervisor-Storm Lake, Iowa

Tyson Foods•Storm Lake, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for coordinating plant maintenance and leading and directing maintenance technicians. The position fosters a well-trained, motivated staff and assists the Maintenance Manager with maintenance policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and clean environment. The supervisor manages preventative maintenance and equipment repairs, assesses problems quickly to minimize production downtime, and ensures maintenance employees understand and follow SQF Quality Management policies, procedures, and GMP practices.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a maintenance lead or supervisor with responsibility for managing direct reports.
Ability and experience leading, directing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians.
Ability to measure, monitor, and reduce machine downtime.
Ability to diagnose basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) problems and direct or assist with repairs.
Ability to promote a 'Safety First' culture and develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program.
An associate degree, completion of a college certification program, or at least 3 years of relevant experience and training. A combination of education and experience in food manufacturing is also acceptable.
Clear spoken communication and listening skills, and ability to express ideas clearly in writing and understand written communication.
Basic PLC experience.
Intermediate-level knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Willingness to work some weekends.
Resume required for review.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP.
Demonstrated expertise overseeing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians may be considered in place of formal education or specific experience requirements.

Responsibilities

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 or assist with repairs.
Promote a 'Safety First' culture among staff.
Develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program for equipment and the plant.
Assist the Maintenance Manager in directing and coordinating maintenance policies and procedures.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Ensure maintenance employees understand and follow company policies and procedures, including SQF Quality Management policies and GMP practices.