Manager Plant III - WATERLOO, IA

Tyson Foods; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a seasoned operations leader to manage a pork processing plant. You will oversee three shifts, ensure safety, quality, and scheduling, and drive continuous improvement across departments.

Responsibilities include guiding managers, resolving quality issues, reviewing performance data, and supporting talent development and retention initiatives. Relocation eligibility is noted, with potential for internal progression.

Qualifications

• Requires four-year college degree (Bachelor's) or equivalent.
• Progressive 8+ years' experience in a related field, preferably in food processing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all functional areas of a pork processing plant across three production shifts.
• Motivate managers to provide guidance and programs to enhance employee skills.
• Review cost and performance data to identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate talent mapping, succession planning, and retention initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for all functional areas of a Pork processing plant including the efficient operation of three production shifts, maintenance, personnel, safety, shipping, receiving, sanitation, scheduling, quality and process improvement.

Other responsibilities include:

• motivating managers to provide guidance and programs to enhance the skill level of their employees;
• resolving issues related to the quality of incoming and outgoing goods;
• reviewing cost and performance data to help determine areas that need improvement.
• facilitating the Talent Mapping and Succession Planning Programs and supporting the Retention Program.
• food safety, food quality and legality.
• Other duties include initiating discussion and implementation of improvement in all phases of production; assisting in identifying, evaluating and correcting problems and performing other responsibilities as the need arises.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

Requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor s degree or equivalent.

Experience

Progressive 8 plus years' experience. Applicable Experience in Food Processing Industry Preferred.

Computer Skills

This job requires General knowledge of computer programs used in the operation of the production plant like Microsoft office applications, Word, Excel, Power Point, outlook, and prefer working knowledge of SAP systems.

Communication Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Travel

6 to 11 trips per year.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position is responsible for managing several groups of personnel who perform diverse tasks and activities in more than one department.

Priority consideration will be given to applicants at this facility, as well as priority for internal candidates impacted due to plant closure or job elimination.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

Yes

Work Shift

A Shift (United States of America)

Background Checks

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more