What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor Production-1st Shift- Blountsville Plant position at Tyson Foods?
Job Details:
Production Supervisor
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 3:45 AM – 4:00 PM (Fridays as scheduled)
Position Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for maintaining high levels of production, quality, and yield while ensuring a safe and efficient work environment. This role oversees daily production operations, staffing, food safety, quality compliance, and employee performance to achieve operational goals. The Production Supervisor must have a strong understanding of the production process, workforce management, recordkeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a positive team culture.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Education
Yes
Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
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.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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.
Production Supervisor
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 3:45 AM – 4:00 PM (Fridays as scheduled)
Position Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for maintaining high levels of production, quality, and yield while ensuring a safe and efficient work environment. This role oversees daily production operations, staffing, food safety, quality compliance, and employee performance to achieve operational goals. The Production Supervisor must have a strong understanding of the production process, workforce management, recordkeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a positive team culture.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Review daily production schedules and orders to ensure customer requirements are met accurately and on time.
- Ensure all production line positions are properly staffed before startup.
- Oversee team member warm-up exercises and job rotation programs to support ergonomics and reduce workplace injuries.
- Monitor production processes to maximize efficiency, quality, and yield.
- Ensure all machinery and equipment are operating effectively and notify maintenance personnel as needed.
- Verify that all workstations meet USDA inspection standards and company food safety requirements.
- Promote a culture of safety through daily observations, coaching, and monthly safety meetings.
- Ensure accurate product coding, inventory rotation, and shipment verification.
- Maintain production records, yield reports, and documentation for reworked or returned products.
- Communicate company policies, benefits, compensation programs, and operational expectations to team members.
- Provide leadership, motivation, and support to create a productive and engaged workforce.
- Train, develop, coach, and retain team members while addressing performance concerns as needed.
- Counsel employees regarding personal and professional issues affecting workplace performance.
- Collaborate with other supervisors and departments to resolve production, staffing, quality, and operational challenges.
- Reinforce quality standards and provide ongoing education regarding product quality expectations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.
- Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Additional education, vocational training, technical certifications, or college coursework is preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
- Previous supervisory experience preferred.
- Poultry or food processing experience preferred.
- SAP experience preferred.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Knowledge of production processes, quality standards, and safety procedures.
- Basic computer proficiency, including production reporting and data entry.
- Directly supervises production team members performing related production activities.
- Responsible for employee training, scheduling, performance management, attendance monitoring, and coaching.
- Occasional travel required (1–5 trips per year).
- Manufacturing and poultry processing environment.
- Exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and production equipment.
- Frequent standing, walking, and monitoring of production operations throughout the shift.
- Ability to work extended hours and Fridays as business needs require.
Yes
Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
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.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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.