Managing Director Prepared Operations

AgHires; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 207,000 - 345,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Long-Term Incentive Plan

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Springdale, AR seeks a seasoned operations leader to oversee multiple plant locations, driving production, maintenance, safety, quality, and scheduling. You will manage P&L, ROI, and capital projects while guiding plant managers and senior staff toward continuous improvement and strong financial results.

Strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic planning are essential to align operations with Tyson’s multi-year goals and performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 12+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and cross-functional influence across multiple levels.

Responsibilities

• Owns and leads operations across multiple plant locations, including production, maintenance, safety, shipping, sanitation, scheduling, and quality.
• Drives financial performance with accountability for P&L, ROI, and key metrics; guides capital improvements and cost optimization.
• Mentors Plant Managers and senior staff; oversees development opportunities and special projects for the Business Unit.
• Leads issue resolution, ensures underperforming plants are addressed, and supports strategic multi-year planning.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Problem-solving

Communication

Strategic planning

Multi-tasking

Continuous improvement

Team development

Change management

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details:

As a pivotal leader in the organization, this role assumes comprehensive responsibility for all facets of operations across multiple plant locations. From overseeing the efficient functioning of production, maintenance, safety, shipping & receiving, sanitation, scheduling, quality, to driving continuous process improvement, this position plays a crucial role in ensuring the holistic success of our facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

In addition to these core responsibilities, the incumbent will have ownership and/or responsibility for critical business metrics, including P&L, Return on Sales, Operations, and People Metrics. This underscores the significance of the role in not only operational efficiency but also in contributing to the financial health and workforce dynamics of our organization. The position involves motivating and guiding managers to enhance the skill levels of their teams, adeptly addressing issues related to the quality of incoming and outgoing goods and leveraging a keen eye for reviewing cost and performance data to identify areas in need of improvement. The execution of all capital improvements for designated facilities falls under the purview of this role, emphasizing a commitment to driving excellence and ensuring a positive impact on key financial and operational indicators.

Within the broader context, the position's scope extends to providing guidance, leadership, and coaching to Plant Managers, and support groups across the division. With decision‑making authority in the absence of the business unit Vice President, the role involves leading problem resolution, holding underperforming plants accountable, and motivating the leadership team to achieve both short and long‑term goals. The responsibilities further encompass onboarding and training new plant managers, and senior production managers, identifying and delivering development opportunities for plant management, and overseeing special projects for the Business Unit.

This role is pivotal in fostering a culture of excellence, proactively addressing challenges, and contributing to our organization's overall success and growth through a multi‑year strategy, directly impacting key financial and operational metrics.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Work Experience: 12-plus years of progressive experience in manufacturing; relevant food manufacturing experience a plus.
• Special Job Competencies:
  • Strong and effective leadership characteristics, collaborating and influencing multiple functions and teams.
  • Demonstrates formal and informal authority and influence, leading by example while embodying the RIGHT Behaviors.
  • Passion for continuous improvement and ethical decision‑making.
  • Proficient in problem‑solving, analysis, and project management.
  • Communication proficiency with excellent written and verbal skills.
  • Ability to influence a variety of audiences with differing viewpoints and objectives.
  • Business and financial acumen, with a track record of proven cross‑functional work.
  • Ability to multi‑task effectively in a high‑pressure environment.
  • High level of manufacturing and technical competencies.
  • Strong cultural fit, embodying and modeling the ONE Team methodology.
• Supervisory: This role oversees 3‑4 plant managers
• Travel: Extensive travel and temporary relocation may be required.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate:

$207,000.00 - $345,000.00

Incentives:

• Annual Incentive Plan: Yes
• Long‑Term Incentive Plan: Yes

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.

Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on‑call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson's total compensation package.

Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member's relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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.