Plant Manager III - Pine Bluff, AR

Tyson Foods; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled manager to oversee the operations of a poultry processing plant. This role involves ensuring efficient production across multiple shifts, maintaining high standards of food safety and quality, and leading a diverse team. You will be responsible for driving process improvements, managing capital projects, and fostering employee development through effective communication and leadership. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans. If you are passionate about the food industry and have a knack for operational excellence, this role is for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plans

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Prescription Drug Benefits

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a general professional or technical field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in the food processing industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of a poultry processing plant across multiple shifts.
• Ensure food safety, quality, and legality in production processes.
• Promote talent mapping and succession planning programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Quality Control

TQM Philosophy

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP Systems

Job description

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Job Details:

Summary

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

Key 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 determine areas that need improvement.
• Compiling a monthly expense and efficiency report.
• Promoting and explaining the TQM philosophy to employees.
• Obtaining approval and executing all capital improvements for plants.
• Facilitating the Talent Mapping and Succession Planning Programs.
• Supporting the Retention Program.
• Ensuring food safety, food quality, and legality.
• Initiating discussions and implementing improvements in all phases of production.
• Assisting in identifying, evaluating, and correcting problems.
• Performing other responsibilities as needed.

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 the food processing industry preferred.

Computer Skills:
This job requires general knowledge of computer programs used in the operation of the production plant, such as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). A working knowledge of SAP systems is preferred.

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.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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