Manager Maintenance II-1st Shift- Green Forest Par-Fry Plant

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Green Forest, AR

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager leads and oversees maintenance and refrigeration operations to ensure the safe, reliable, and cost-effective performance of processing equipment and facility systems. The role directs preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance planning and execution, supports equipment reliability and operational excellence, and drives continuous improvement. The manager leads maintenance supervisors, technicians, and refrigeration personnel; coordinates with contractors, vendors, and engineering teams on installations and modifications; and resolves complex technical issues. The position oversees automated manufacturing systems, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and integrated controls. Additional duties include managing team training and development, assisting with budgets and cost control, coordinating schedules, maintaining critical spare-parts availability, analyzing operational data, and performing other duties as assigned. The role directly supervises maintenance supervisors and personnel engaged in maintenance and reliability functions. Limited travel is required, approximately 1–5 trips per year. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

At least 5 years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing, food processing, or an industrial environment.
Experience managing maintenance teams, projects, and automated production systems.
Demonstrated success improving equipment reliability and maintenance performance.
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, and automation systems.
Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting, HMIs, robotics, and industrial control systems.
Proficiency with maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams; provide clear direction; manage multiple priorities; and influence positive outcomes across departments.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, sound judgment, and decision-making skills.
Excellent organizational and planning skills, including effective delegation while maintaining accountability.
Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Willingness and ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise maintenance supervisors, technicians, and refrigeration personnel to support safe, efficient operations.
Develop and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
Plan, prioritize, and oversee maintenance projects, equipment installations, modifications, and system upgrades.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, refrigeration, automation, and process-related issues.
Manage and maintain automated systems, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and industrial controls.
Partner with engineering teams, contractors, and vendors on capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Administer and improve maintenance training and development programs.
Assist with developing, monitoring, and managing departmental budgets and maintenance expenditures.
Ensure adequate inventory of spare parts, tools, and critical assets.
Analyze maintenance metrics and operational data to support decision-making and improve performance.
Promote safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and food safety standards.
Coordinate work schedules and perform other duties as assigned.