Tyson Foods

Supervisor Production-1st Shift-Waverly Plant

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerTyson Foods
LocationUnited States
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted8 Jun 2026

Job Details:

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience as a Lead or Supervisor in a production facility

Summary

This position is responsible for maintaining high production, quality, and yield standards while ensuring the safest work environment possible. The role requires a strong understanding and control of the production process, accurate recordkeeping, and overall line maintenance and staffing.

Key responsibilities include:

Reviewing daily production orders to ensure customer fulfillment
Ensuring all positions are staffed prior to production start-up
Overseeing Team Member morning exercises and job rotations to support ergonomics
Monitoring machinery performance to ensure operational efficiency
Verifying all workstations have passed USDA inspection
Promoting workplace safety daily and through monthly safety meetings
Ensuring accurate shipments, proper inventory rotation, and correct product coding
Communicating company benefits and compensation policies to Team Members
Supporting Team Member engagement, training, retention, and counseling
Collaborating with other supervisors to resolve operational issues
Maintaining records of reworked or returned products
Reinforcing continuous quality education and standards
Performing additional duties as needed

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Requirements

Education

High school diploma required
Additional education, vocational training, or college coursework preferred

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills preferred

Communication Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills required

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for supervising a team performing related production tasks and activities

Travel

1–5 trips per year

Schedule

Monday–Friday
6:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

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.

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