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Job Details:

Position Title: Senior Production Manager

Location: Alexandria, KY

Setting the table for your success:

At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness are very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.

We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and FREE EDUCATION!

Benefits include medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; 9 paid holidays; 4 weeks paid vacation upon hire, plus earned time off; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; and product purchase program. We also offer CAREER GROWTH and much more!

Position Overview:

This role is responsible for assisting in controlling expenses, ensuring compliance with federal meat inspection and OSHA requirements, interpreting and enforcing company policies, and maintaining a non-union program. The position involves determining manpower needs, making recommendations, and preparing and maintaining accurate records and reports.

Key Responsibilities:

Solve problems effectively with sound follow-up.
Collaborate with department heads to meet production quality, yield goals, and metrics while maintaining labor standards and product quality.
Inspect and maintain high standards in housekeeping, safety, sanitation, security, and food safety.
Manage, evaluate, and train production supervisors.
Oversee all designated shift operations and any other responsibilities as assigned by the plant manager.

Requirements:

Education:

High School diploma with equivalent experience or a college degree preferred.

Experience:

5+ years in a related industry.
5+ years of supervisory experience in a meat processing facility (pork or beef preferred).
Knowledge of OSHA, USDA, and HAACP regulations.

Computer Skills:

Proficiency in standard computer applications.

Communication Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of Team Members, from hourly staff to upper management, as well as with government officials.

Special Skills:

Leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manage subordinate supervisors who oversee team members in the plant.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company 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.

Travel:

0-20%

Other Requirements:

Lead by example, accept and delegate responsibility, and display sound judgment and decision-making skills.
Efficient problem-solving with sound follow-up.
Strong managerial skills.
Excellent safety and attendance records.
Ability to work with department heads to meet safety, production, and quality yield goals.

All Tyson Team Members are responsible for safety, including personal safety and food safety. This position is responsible for food safety, food quality, and legality.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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

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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