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Sr Supervisor Yards - B Shift - WATERLOO, IA

Tyson Foods
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Sept 2025

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Job Details:

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the supervision of Yards Team Members to ensure the safe, humane handling of livestock while providing accurate counts and identification.  The individual will be working with FSIS inspectors, Livestock Producers, Livestock Haulers, Maintenance, Procurement, and Plant Operations. The individual in this position must work closely with the Yards and Operations management team in achieving objectives; accept full accountability assignments and day-to-day department responsibility; must be a team player and promote a culture of collaboration; will be responsible for training, retaining, and counseling team members.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Experience: 2 plus years in Harvesting Floor or Yards preferred. Must have general knowledge of Livestock Handling and USDA regulations.
  • Computer Skills: Basic computer skills. For example, managing spreadsheets and email.
  • Communication Skills: Strong people skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual helpful.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This person will manage people and the process of truck unloading, accurate counting, accurate identification, and sorting of livestock to the slaughter department in a humane manner.  They will also oversee the cleaning / washing of the Yards.  

Travel: 0 - 10

Special Skills: Team Leader problem solving and special projects. Extra consideration given to team members with technical skills; must possess skills to complete Tyson paperwork; ability to lead by example and motivate the hourly workforce.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

C 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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