Senior Production Manager/VSM (3rd Shift) – St Joseph Prepared Foods Plant

Tyson Foods; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking aShift Supervisor to oversee 3rd shift operations in a meat processing facility. You will manage subordinate supervisors, ensure adherence to safety, quality and labor standards, and coordinate with department heads to meet production yields and metrics.

The role requires 5+ years supervisory experience in meat processing, strong communication, and knowledge of OSHA/HAACP regulations. Weekend/holiday flexibility and travel up to 20% may be involved.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years supervisory experience in a meat processing facility, pork/beef preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, USDA and HACCP regulations.
• Standard computer skills and ability to communicate well at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist in controlling expenses and maintain prescribed records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with federal meat inspection and OSHA requirements.
• Interpret and enforce company policies.
• Lead and train production supervisors; oversee shift operations.
• Maintain housekeeping, safety, sanitation, security and food safety standards.
• Collaborate with department heads to meet production, quality, and labor goals.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Team player

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Shift and Schedule

Shift: 3rd Schedule: Varies based on Value Stream between 9:00 PM to 9:00 AM (flex as needed). Applicants should be open to working on weekends and holidays as necessary. Additional compensation is provided for the 6th and 7th workdays.

SUMMARY

• assist in controlling expenses
• provide for the compliance and coordination of the federal meat inspection and OSHA requirements
• interpret and enforce company policies
• maintain non- union program
• assist in the determination of manpower needs and makes recommendations
• prepare and maintain prescribed records and reports to ensure that they reflect conditions accurately
• solve problems in an effective manner with sound follow up
• work with department heads to meet production quality yields goals and metrics goals while at the same time ensuring the maintenance of labor standards and quality of performance and product
• inspect and maintain a high degree of competence in the areas of housekeeping safety sanitation security and food safety
• manage evaluate and train production supervisors
• oversee all designated shift operations and any other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the plant manager

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience: 5 plus years supervisory experience in a meat processing facility required, pork or beef preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA USDA and HAACP regulations
• 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

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
• You will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended

POSITION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Must reside in the United States to be considered.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

BENEFITS

• 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.

RELATIONSHIP AND RELOCATION

• Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes

EEO STATEMENTS

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.

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EMPLOYER BRANDING AND CULTURE

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.

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.

Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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