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

Tyson Foods; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Risk Management Transportation General Manager for the Springdale, AR Terminal Office. The role leads safety, compliance, and risk initiatives across transportation operations, partnering with drivers, supervisors, and leaders to strengthen policy application and performance.

You will analyze safety metrics, develop corrective actions, and deliver training to improve culture and reduce incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; college degree preferred.
• 3+ years Tyson dispatching and planning experience.
• Strong knowledge of dispatch and planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Support transportation safety, compliance and risk programs across operations.
• Analyze driver, vehicle and safety data to identify trends and corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training, coaching, and communication to drivers and team members.
• Conduct safety audits and assist with investigations into incidents.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

McLeod Software

PeopleNet

Manhattan Associates

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## Risk Management Transportation General Manager (Springdale, AR Terminal Office)Apply: Springdale, AR Terminal Office - Springdale, Arkansas: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 9, 2026 (6 days left to apply): R0492884**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. **\\* Resume Is Required To Be Considered For This Role \\***All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**Yes**Work Shift:**1ST SHIFT (United States of America)**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.**Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. 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. We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more. **If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **here****.** Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.