Supervisor Maintenance│Dardanelle Plant (Dardanelle, AR)

Management Level: 84

Work Shift:

B Shift (United States of America)

Summary

This position is responsible for all aspects of plant maintenance coordination, including leading and directing maintenance technicians. The Maintenance Supervisor will foster a well-trained and motivated staff and assist the Maintenance Manager in directing and coordinating maintenance policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

This role is also responsible for managing and overseeing preventive maintenance programs and equipment repairs, quickly assessing problems to minimize production downtime, and ensuring compliance with SQF Quality Management policies, procedures, and GMP practices. The Maintenance Supervisor must ensure all maintenance employees understand and follow company policies and procedures.

Requirements

The successful candidate must have the ability and experience to:

• Lead, direct, evaluate, and train a staff of nine maintenance technicians.

• Measure, monitor, and reduce machine downtime.

• Diagnose basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) issues and direct and/or assist with repairs.

• Promote a "Safety First" culture among staff.

• Develop and maintain an effective preventive maintenance program for equipment and plant facilities.

Education

• Associate degree, technical college certificate, or equivalent; OR

• Five (5) or more years of related experience and training; OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience in a food manufacturing environment.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Maintenance Lead or Supervisor with direct reports.

• Experience directing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians.

Communication Skills

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to listen, understand, and convey ideas and information accurately.

Computer Skills

• Basic PLC experience required.

• Intermediate-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Experience with SAP is preferred.

Position-Specific Requirements

• Weekend work is required.

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

For Professional Management levels, internal applicants should either upload a resume to their application OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience in the sections provided.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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