Supervisor Scalehouse

Supervisor Scalehouse

Columbus Junction, IA 52738 - Onsite Full Time

This position is a training position for hog buying. In this role, you will begin work in the livestock receiving alleys at the plant.

• Sorting, counting, weighing, tattooing, permanently identifying, and penning livestock according to segregation programs.
• Training with hog buyers in the field.
• Providing vacation relief for hog buyers after adequate training.
• Managing the scheduling of livestock deliveries at the plant in the later stages of training.
• Upon completing the program, you should be qualified to apply for openings in hog buying. This role involves learning:
• Tyson Hog Procurement Programs.
• Carcass merit.
• Harvest sheet information.
• Weight docks.
• Other buying procedures.

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture or a livestock production background is required.
• Candidates graduating in May 2026 will be considered, with employment contingent upon completing their degree.

Livestock experience is strongly preferred.

Basic computer skills required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional phone skills are a must.

Detail-oriented with accurate record-keeping skills.

Must be available for overnight travel as needed.

Limited supervision responsibilities may be required.

• Must wear safety equipment: a hard hat, steel-toe boots, and hearing protection.
• Work area temperature will vary depending on the season.

• Bending:
  Minimal bending required, depending on the ability to maneuver livestock using Tyson SOP.
• Lifting:
  Minimal lifting required; using livestock driving tools and equipment to permanently identify livestock, each weighing less than 5 pounds.
• Grasping:
  Full-hand grasp is needed to handle driving tools, tattoo equipment, and gates.
• Standing:
  Required to stand or walk for the entire shift.
• Force:
  Moderate to heavy force may be needed to assist with compromised hogs.

• Must understand and adhere to Tyson's SOPs for animal handling, safety, and USDA regulations.
• The Supervisor Trainer will ensure the team member is kept up to date with job functions and responsibilities.
• Must complete all necessary qualifications for the assigned role.