General Production Manager- Vicksburg Plant- 2nd shift

About the role

This position directs and trains supervisors in all facets including production paperwork, yields, time and attendance, discipline, motivation, turnover, absenteeism, safety, problem solving, and more. Accountable for performance metrics such as safety, quality, workers compensation, turnover, bid movement, and Team Member morale.

Responsibilities

• Check daily production orders to ensure fulfillment of customer orders
• Ensure every position is filled before start-up of production line
• Oversee Team Member morning exercises and job rotation to facilitate ergonomics
• Ensure all machinery performs to the highest standard
• Ensure all workstations have passed USDA Inspection
• Promote safety daily and through monthly safety meetings
• Ensure accurate shipments, rotation of inventory, and proper coding of products
• Communicate company benefits and compensation policies to Team Members
• Provide encouragement to Team Members to build the best team possible
• Perform human relations functions such as training, retaining, and counseling on personal and professional problems
• Oversee various processing operations and work with other supervisors to solve problems
• Keep records of reworked or returned product
• Provide continuous education on the importance of quality
• Perform other responsibilities as needed

Requirements

• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment or poultry industry
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• Two years of employment at Tyson or equivalent experience preferred
• Familiarity with processing floor operations; HACCP certification or understanding of basic HACCP principles and CCP monitoring verification is a plus
• Knowledge of fresh meats processing is a plus
• High school diploma; education beyond high school (special training, vocational school, and/or college courses) is preferred
• Must be able to access all areas of the production floor (fixed ladders, stairs, steps, etc.)
• Able to tolerate environmental conditions (temperatures ranging from 28–45 degrees)
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills; able to communicate with all levels of management
• Team leadership, problem-solving, and motivation to take on special projects
• Responsible for managing all production supervisors, department production schedules, product rotation, CCP verification schedules, and overseeing the safety committee
• Some travel required as needed

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-being support programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k and stock purchase plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Fully funded education (select diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment)
• Discount program

Schedule

2nd shift