1st Shift-General Production Manager-Humboldt, TN

Tyson Foods•Humboldt, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Production Manager provides leadership and direction for the total operation of the assigned business area, with a strong focus on safety, quality, operational excellence, and Team Member development. The manager leads through supervisors, supporting them in achieving production goals and fostering a positive, accountable environment where Team Members can succeed. The role oversees production operations and related staffing, scheduling, safety, quality, payroll, performance, and Team Member relations. It includes maintaining compliance with USDA, federal, and state regulations and company policies; monitoring operational records and performance indicators; and identifying solutions to operational challenges. The role also promotes continuous improvement and develops supervisors and Team Members through clear expectations, coaching, ongoing support, and growth opportunities. This is a first-shift position in Humboldt, Tennessee. Occasional travel may be required. Relocation assistance is eligible.

Requirements

Education beyond high school, including special training, vocational school, and/or college courses.
At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory role, preferably in food production, or at least 2 years of Tyson supervisory experience.
Experience with production techniques and procedures, product yields and quality, and USDA and OSHA regulations.
Basic proficiency in computer applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.
Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities.
Initiative and motivation to lead special projects.
Ability to inspire, develop, and evaluate Team Members.
Ability to access all areas of the production floor, including via fixed ladders, stairs, and steps, to conduct audits and inspections.
Ability to tolerate production-area temperatures of 28°F to 45°F on the cold side and 70°F to 100°F on the harvest side.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Food production experience.
Processing management experience.
HACCP certification.
Knowledge of HACCP principles and ability to perform CCP monitoring and verification.

Responsibilities

Lead the daily operation of the assigned area to ensure safe, efficient manufacturing of high-quality products.
Provide supervisors with the information, materials, training, and support needed to lead their teams and achieve production goals.
Monitor operational records and performance indicators, including attendance, payroll, production, safety, ergonomics, TQM, quality, staffing, turnover, absenteeism, production yields, and line speeds.
Encourage innovative ideas and support Team Members in developing and implementing operational improvements.
Identify and analyze non-routine operational challenges and recommend solutions to the Plant Manager.
Maintain compliance with USDA, federal, and state regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
Oversee Team Member relations, staffing, discipline, payroll, safety, quality, production performance, and operational effectiveness in the assigned area.
Foster a positive, accountable environment focused on safety, quality, teamwork, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Lead and develop supervisors and Team Members through clear expectations, support, coaching, and growth opportunities.
Oversee all production operations at the facility.
Manage production supervisors, department schedules, product rotation, CCP verification schedules, and safety committee activities.
Evaluate Team Members and develop strategies to address areas of deficiency.