General Production Manager- Temperanceville, VA- 2nd shift

Tyson Foods•Temperanceville, VA

1d•$76,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

The General Production Manager directs and trains supervisors across production operations, including production paperwork, yields, time and attendance, discipline, motivation, turnover, absenteeism, safety, and problem solving. The role is accountable for performance, safety, quality, workers’ compensation, turnover, bid movement, Team Member morale, and other duties as needed. It oversees production operations and supervisors, schedules, product rotation, CCP verification, and the safety committee, while helping supervisors improve performance in their roles. The manager works to fulfill customer orders, ensure staffing and equipment readiness, maintain USDA inspection compliance, promote safety and quality, and keep accurate product and shipment records. The role also supports and develops Team Members through communication, encouragement, training, retention, and counseling. The position is based in Temperanceville, Virginia, and works 2nd shift. Some travel is required as needed.

Requirements

Three years of experience in a manufacturing environment or poultry; prior supervisory experience is preferred.
High school diploma required.
Able to access all areas of the production floor to conduct audits and inspections, including fixed ladders, stairs, and steps.
Able to tolerate environmental conditions in the area of responsibility; temperatures in most areas range from 28 to 45 degrees.
Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with all levels of management.
Team leadership, problem-solving, and motivation to take on special projects.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Applicant must reside in the United States; sponsorship is not offered.
Professional team members are expected to use approved AI tools responsibly, protect sensitive information, follow company policies, and validate AI-generated outputs. People Leaders are expected to promote responsible AI adoption and ensure accountability for AI-supported work.

Nice To Haves

Two years of employment at Tyson or equivalent experience preferred.
Familiarity with processing floor operations is a plus.
HACCP certification is a plus; understanding of basic HACCP principles and ability to perform CCP monitoring verification are desirable.
Knowledge of fresh meats processing is a plus.
Education beyond high school, including special training, vocational school, and/or college courses, is preferred.
Basic computer skills are helpful.

Responsibilities

Direct and train supervisors in production paperwork, yields, time and attendance, discipline, motivation, turnover, absenteeism, safety, and problem solving.
Be accountable for production performance, safety, quality, workers’ compensation, turnover, bid movement, and Team Member morale.
Check daily production orders to ensure customer orders are fulfilled.
Ensure every position is filled before production lines start.
Oversee Team Member morning exercises and job rotation to facilitate ergonomics.
Ensure machinery is performing to the highest standard possible.
Ensure all workstations have passed USDA inspection.
Promote safety daily and through monthly safety meetings.
Ensure accurate shipments, inventory rotation, and proper product coding.
Communicate company benefits and compensation policies to Team Members.
Encourage Team Members and perform human relations functions, including training, retention, and counseling on personal and professional problems.
Oversee processing operations and work with other supervisors to solve problems.
Maintain records of reworked or returned product.
Provide continuing education on the importance of quality.
Manage production operations, production supervisors, department production schedules, product rotation, CCP verification schedules, and the safety committee.
Review Team Members in supervisory roles and develop and improve deficient areas.
Perform other responsibilities as needed; travel as required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Telehealth services
Well-Being Support Programs
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) availability
401(k)
Stock Purchase Plan
Company-paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Fully funded education, including eligible diplomas, certificates, and degrees through selected programs, schools, and universities
Discount Program
Annual Incentive Plan
Relocation assistance