Production Supervisor - A Shift Convert - WATERLOO PORK PLANT

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Waterloo, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining high production, quality, and yields while ensuring the safest working environment possible. It requires an essential understanding and control of the production process, accurate record keeping, and general line maintenance and staffing. The supervisor oversees processing operations and a group of personnel performing related tasks, and works with other supervisors to solve problems. The position also involves human relations functions, including training, retaining, and counseling Team Members on personal and professional problems.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of experience in a meat industry environment.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to supervise a group of personnel performing somewhat identical and related tasks or activities.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Resume is required.
Internal disqualifiers include six or more attendance points or any suspension on record within the last 12 months.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience preferred.
High school diploma preferred; education beyond high school, including special training, vocational school, and/or college courses, is preferred.
Basic computer skills are helpful.

Responsibilities

Check daily production orders to ensure customer orders are fulfilled.
Ensure every position is filled before production line start-up.
Oversee Team Member morning exercises and job rotation to facilitate ergonomics.
Ensure machinery performs to the highest standard possible.
Ensure all workstations pass USDA inspection.
Promote safety daily and through monthly safety meetings.
Ensure accurate shipments, inventory rotation, and proper product coding.
Know and communicate company benefits and compensation policies to Team Members.
Encourage Team Members to build the best team possible.
Perform human relations functions, including training, retaining, and counseling on personal and professional problems.
Oversee processing operations and work with other supervisors to solve problems.
Keep records of reworked or returned product.
Provide continuous education on the importance of quality.
Perform other responsibilities as needed.