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General Manager Maintenance - WATERLOO PORK PLANT

Tyson Foods
Waterloo, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/24/2026
Job Details:

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for supervising the maintenance of production equipment, buildings, and utilities.

Responsibilities include: assist with planning and implementing plant improvements and expansions; ensure that all maintenance personnel are well trained on the most updated version of operating equipment and motivated so maintenance programs and processes can be accomplished in a safe, timely and efficient manner, as well as, other maintenance skills; provide a safe workplace and comply with all safety and regulated programs; monitor operation of plant equipment and systems constantly to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner and identify issues; establish and maintain a computerized maintenance management system, SAP (or current Tyson computer program), for tracking work orders, adequate and appropriate inventory of replacement parts;

Other duties include: ensure all safety, health, OSHA, PSM and environmental policies and procedures are in compliance with company policy, as well as, local, state, and federal regulations; monitor and administer purchasing and use of all parts and equipment materials and supplies utilized in the maintenance department; ensure refrigeration system and wastewater systems are well maintained and meet all regulatory guidelines; administer the maintenance budget and ensure the achievement of financial goals.

**Days off and hours will be discussed in interview**

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent college degree preferred.
  • Experience: 6 years of industrial maintenance preferred, 1-3 years of supervisory experience preferably in a meat processing facility, and knowledge of OSHA, USDA and HACCP regulations.
  • Computer Skills: Standard computer skills
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Travel: 0 – 10%
  • Supervisory Responsibilities: Manage subordinate supervisors who supervise team members in the plant; carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws; interview, hire, and train team members; plan, assign, and direct work; monitor and appraise work performance; reward, coach, counsel, and discipline team members; address complaints and resolve problems.
  • Special Skills: Knowledge of OSHA, USDA, HACCP, Safety, Security, Sanitation, Quality, yields, cost and efficiencies, strong math ability a plus.

Priority consideration will be given to applicants at this facility, as well as priority for internal candidates impacted due to plant closure or job elimination. Resume will be required for consideration for this position

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

A Shift (United States of America)

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Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

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

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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Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

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