Risk Management Transportation General Manager (Springdale, AR Terminal Office)

0036 Tyson Sales and Distribution, Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Springdale, AR is seeking a Transportation Safety and Compliance Specialist to support safety programs, risk management and regulatory compliance. You will partner with transportation operations, maintenance, and leadership to promote a culture of safety and to improve compliance performance through coaching, training, auditing and data analysis.

The role requires 3+ years in Tyson dispatching/planning, knowledge of FMCSA/DOT rules, and proficiency with McLeod, PeopleNet and

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate; college degree preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years in Tyson dispatching and planning; knowledge of transportation dispatch systems.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in McLeod Software, PeopleNet and Manhattan Associates; Excel and Word.
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills; bilingual a plus.
• Special Skills: Develop and implement programs to enhance efficiencies; manage multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of transportation safety, compliance, and risk management programs.
• Assist leaders and drivers in applying company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct safety and compliance audits, reviews, and assessments.
• Monitor FMCSA, DOT, and related metrics and report findings to leadership.
• Analyze safety data to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training, coaching, and communication programs to staff.
• Assist with investigations and document findings.
• Develop corrective action plans with field leadership.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and support regulatory reviews.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, HR, and other partners to achieve safety objectives.
• Promote a positive safety culture through consistent communication and actions.

Skills

Dispatching experience

Planning systems knowledge

Communication

Bilingual a plus

Education

High school graduate

College degree preferred

Tools

McLeod Software

PeopleNet

Manhattan Associates

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: SUMMARY: Supports transportation safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance programs to help ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Partners with transportation operations, maintenance teams, and leadership to promote a culture of safety, reduce risk, and improve compliance performance through coaching, training, auditing, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of transportation safety, compliance, and risk management programs across assigned operations.
• Assist transportation leaders and drivers in understanding and applying company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct safety and compliance audits, reviews, and assessments to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor FMCSA, DOT, and related regulatory compliance metrics and communicate findings to operational leadership.
• Analyze driver, vehicle, and safety performance data to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training, coaching, and communication programs to drivers, managers, and transportation team members.
• Assist with investigations involving vehicle collisions, injuries, and safety incidents by gathering information and documenting findings.
• Partner with field transportation leadership to develop and implement corrective action plans related to safety and compliance performance.
• Maintain accurate compliance records, reports, and documentation required by regulatory agencies and company policies.
• Support regulatory reviews, inspections, and audits by providing requested documentation and operational support.
• Collaborate with transportation operations, maintenance, human resources, and other business partners to achieve compliance and safety objectives.
• Promote a positive safety culture through consistent communication, engagement, and demonstration of company values.
• Travel to assigned facilities to conduct training, audits, and risk assessments as needed.

Requirements

• Education: High school graduate; college degree preferred.
• Experience: 3 plus years of Tyson dispatching and planning experience. Must have knowledge of Transportation dispatch and planning systems.
• Computer Skills: Good computer skills in McLeod Software, PeopleNet and Manhattan Associates. Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal written and presentation skills; bilingual a plus.
• Special Skills: Ability to develop and implement programs procedures to enhance efficiencies within the facility; and manage multiple departments areas.
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Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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