Manager Maintenance I-1st Shift-Gadsden Plant

Tyson Foods•Gadsden, AL

10d

About The Position

The Manager Maintenance is responsible for leading all maintenance operations at the facility, including production equipment, building systems, utilities, ammonia refrigeration systems, offal operations, and wastewater treatment. The role ensures equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, employee safety, budget management, and continuous improvement. The position works Monday through Friday from 4:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional weekends based on plant projects and operational needs. Limited domestic travel of 1–5 trips per year is required. Relocation assistance is not available. People leaders are expected to drive responsible adoption of approved AI tools, identify opportunities to improve team performance, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Requirements

At least 6 years of maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, industrial refrigeration, hydraulics, and mechanical maintenance.
Experience supervising maintenance teams.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with standard computer applications and maintenance management systems.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, following company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise maintenance personnel and daily maintenance operations.
Oversee production equipment, utilities, refrigeration, wastewater, and facility systems.
Plan and implement plant improvements, expansions, and capital projects.
Reduce downtime by monitoring equipment performance and addressing issues proactively.
Manage preventive maintenance programs and work orders through SAP.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels for replacement parts and maintenance supplies.
Analyze maintenance data to improve asset utilization, preventive maintenance compliance, and maintenance costs.
Ensure maintenance employees receive proper training and development.
Enforce safety, OSHA, PSM, environmental, and company compliance requirements.
Administer department budgets and support achievement of financial goals.
Manage purchasing activities for maintenance materials, parts, and equipment.
Drive responsible adoption of approved AI tools and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.