Position: Senior Production Manager 

Reports to: Operations Manager

Location:  Zeeland, MI

To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays an important role in our success. That’s where you come in. We are hiring immediately for a Senior Production Manager role. 

Setting the table for your success: At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family. 

We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and FREE EDUCATION! 

Benefits include: medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; 9 paid holidays; 4 weeks paid vacation upon hire; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; and product purchase program.  We also offer CAREER GROWTH and much more! 

This location is part of our Prepared Foods Division. 

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 is 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 the 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.