Production Supervisor - A Shift Convert - WATERLOO PORK PLANT

Tyson Foods•Waterloo, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for maintaining production, quality, and yields while ensuring the safest possible working environment. The role requires understanding and controlling the production process, keeping accurate records, and overseeing general line maintenance and staffing. The supervisor oversees processing operations and supervises team members performing related tasks. The position is for A Shift at the Waterloo Pork Plant. A resume is required, and sponsorship is not available. Relocation assistance is eligible.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in a meat-industry environment.
Strong communication skills.
Basic computer skills are helpful.
Ability to supervise a group of personnel performing somewhat identical and related tasks or activities.
Willingness to travel 1–5 trips per year.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Resume required.
Must be able to work without employer sponsorship.
Demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including protecting sensitive information, following company policies, validating AI-generated outputs, critically evaluating results, and applying professional judgment.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience.
High school diploma.
Education beyond high school, including special training, vocational school, and/or college courses.

Responsibilities

Check daily production orders to ensure customer orders are fulfilled.
Ensure every position is staffed before production-line start-up.
Oversee team-member morning exercises and job rotation to facilitate ergonomics.
Ensure machinery is performing to the highest possible standard.
Ensure workstations pass USDA inspection.
Promote safety daily and through monthly safety meetings.
Ensure shipments are accurate and oversee inventory rotation and product coding.
Know and communicate company benefits and compensation policies to team members.
Encourage team members and help build an effective team.
Perform human-relations functions, including training, retention, and counseling on personal and professional problems.
Oversee processing operations and work with other supervisors to solve problems.
Maintain records of reworked or returned product.
Provide ongoing education about the importance of quality.
Perform other responsibilities as needed.
As a people leader, drive responsible adoption of approved AI tools, enable their effective use, identify opportunities to improve team performance, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.