Senior Manager Production - 2nd Shift

Tyson Foods; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision and Rx

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Senior Production Manager for 2nd shift in our Prepared Foods division. You will lead a high-performing team, drive production yields, and ensure food safety and quality standards are met across the shift. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and experience managing plant operations.

Must reside in the United States and be eligible for relocation assistance. The position involves coordinating staffing, maintaining records, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• 5+ years' related experience in manufacturing or food production.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of production processes, maintenance, shipping/receiving, sanitation, quality assurance, safety and material management.
• Ability to operate in a supervisory role for plant-wide operations in absence of Plant Manager.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing shift team through hiring, training and retention.
• Oversee shift operations, staffing, and workstation assignments to meet production goals.
• Ensure compliance with USDA/industry safety and quality standards; maintain records and reports.
• Drive continuous improvement and achieve quality, safety and yield targets.
• Manage production supervisors and promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP system

Job description

Job Details: At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact? Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division as a Senior Production Manager - 2nd Shift! As a Senior Production Manager, you can expect your day to day to include maintaining high production, quality, and yields while ensuring the safest working environment possible. This position requires an essential understanding and control of the production process, accurate record keeping, and general line maintenance and staffing. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact by overseeing our production processes and ensuring they meet the highest industry standards. Seeking a proven leader with a track record of successfully guiding teams, driving results, and fostering a culture of excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership and Team Building: Build and lead a high-performing team through effective hiring, training, and retention strategies. Provide counseling and support for personal and professional issues. Educate team members on benefits, compensations, and company policies.
• Operations Management: Guide the team in pre-shift stretches and rotate workstations throughout the shift. Ensure compliance with federal meat inspection and OSHA requirements. Maintain non-union program. Determine and recommend manpower needs. Oversee designated shift operations. Ensure all workstations are staffed before production starts.
• Quality and Compliance: Interpret and enforce company policies. Maintain records and reports accurately. Maintain competence in housekeeping, safety, sanitation, security, and food safety. Ensure all machinery passes USDA inspection before production.
• Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement: Solve problems effectively and follow up accordingly. Work with department heads to meet production quality and metric goals. Provide continuous education on the importance of quality.
• Personnel Management: Manage, evaluate, and train production supervisors.
• Safety Promotion: Promote safety daily and conduct monthly safety meetings.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor's degree (B.A.) preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: 5+ years' related experience in manufacturing. Food manufacturing experience highly preferred.
• This position requires an essential understanding and control of the production process, maintenance, shipping/receiving, sanitation, quality assurance, accounting, safety, and material management and is responsible for entire plant operation in the absence of the Plant Manager.
• Computer Skills: Standard computer skills.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be capable of communicating well both verbally and in writing with all levels of Team Members from hourly to upper management as well as government officials.
• Special Skills: Leader problem solver team player.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Manage subordinate supervisors who supervise team members in the plant; carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization s policies and applicable laws; interview hire and train team members; plan assign and direct work; monitor and appraise work performance; reward coach counsel and discipline team members; address complaints and resolve problems.
• Travel: 0-20
• Other Requirements: Lead people by example accept and delegate responsibility display sound judgment and decision-making skills; problem solve in an efficient manner with sound follow up; strong managerial skills necessary; excellent safety and attendance records. Ability to work with department heads to meet safety production and quality yields and meet goals. All Tyson Team Members are responsible for safety. This includes but is not limited to personal safety and food safety. This position is responsible for food safety food quality and legality.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Must reside within the United States.
• Must attach a resume to be considered.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes
• Work Shift: 2ND 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.

Benefits

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

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