Engineer III

Tyson Foods; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on day one

401(k) with employer match

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Fayetteville, AR is seeking an Engineer III to join the Manufacturing Services Team. You will partner with IS to implement enterprise solutions across existing production processes and identify opportunities for process improvement and systems integration.

The role requires 6–10 years of experience in consumer products manufacturing, strong leadership, and solid communication skills. This is a fulltime, on-site position with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent; master's preferred.
• 6–10 years of relevant experience in consumer products manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems and SAP MM/QM/PP-PI is a plus.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement modifications to systems and processes to capitalize on opportunities.
• Analyze existing manufacturing processes and systems to identify waste, redundancy and bottlenecks.
• Act as liaison to Operations and drive change.
• Provide functional and technical guidance for process improvement.

Skills

Process improvement

Manufacturing systems

Cross-functional liaison

Project management

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

SAP MM/QM/PP-PI

Job description

Job Details

At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact?

Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division as an Engineer III!

Setting the table for your success:

At Tyson Foods, our team members’s health and wellness is 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! This facility is part of our Prepared Foods business unit and manufactures Bakery Products .The Engineer III will be a member of the Manufacturing Services Team supporting the Manufacturing Solution business processes for all of Tyson. The position works within a team environment as a business partner and liaison to the IS organization to implement enterprise solutions to existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for process improvement and systems integration.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement modifications to systems and processes to capitalize on opportunities.
• Analyze existing manufacturing processes and systems to identify waste redundancy and process bottlenecks.
• Act as key liaison and support to Operations and act as catalyst to implement change.
• Capable of offering advice to the business with an emphasis on functional expertise and technical experience for process improvement.
• Conduct feasibility studies to define the purpose functions and overall structure of business process.
• Perform analysis of business processes leading to process change and or system implementation to include end user training.
• Creation of proper documentation as required by IS methodologies including but not limited to functional specifications business scenarios and implementation plans.
• Responsible for continuous improvement of functional knowledge and technical proficiency in enterprise applications: Materials Management Quality Management and Production Scheduling as well as the promotion of the effective utilization of technology throughout the organization.
• Assess organizational process capabilities and mentor and train team members in process improvement methodologies and tools.
• Provide management with accurate and timely status reports of all projects assigned to them.
• Will help Manage the Maintenance training programs
• Create and maintain training plans for mechanics and technicians
• Ensure new hires receive structured onboarding and equipment-specific training.
• Coordinate cross-training to increase department flexibility
• Will be an administrator over the Litmos Training program.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: B.S. Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical degree OR Master's with B.S. in Engineering or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience: 6-10 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.
• Management of Consumer Products Manufacturing experience desired.
• Knowledge of manufacturing execution in an environment of Supply Chain Optimization Production Planning Detailed Production Scheduling and Process Costing desired.
• Computer Skills: Standard computer skills; Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools required; ability to create written documentation; familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems and SAP MM QM and PP PI modules a plus.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present difficult concepts in understandable terms to all levels of the organization.
• Special Skills: Extensive knowledge of and experience with the business processes related to consumer products manufacturing; excellent leadership consultative and interpersonal skills; organized results-oriented focus.
• Travel: Travel is required.
• No sponsorship is offered for this role
• Resume is required

Relocation Assistance Eligible

Yes

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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