Risk Management Transportation General Manager (Springdale, AR Terminal Office)

Tyson Foods•Springdale, AR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Risk Management Transportation General Manager supports transportation safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance programs to help ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The role partners with transportation operations, maintenance teams, and leadership to promote a safety culture, reduce risk, and improve compliance through coaching, training, auditing, and data analysis. Travel to assigned facilities is required as needed to conduct training, audits, and risk assessments. The position is based at the Springdale, Arkansas terminal office and is on first shift. A resume is required for consideration. The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Relocation assistance is eligible. The posting also states that professional team members are expected to use approved AI tools responsibly, safeguard sensitive information, follow company policies, validate AI-generated outputs, and apply sound judgment; people leaders are additionally expected to drive accountable AI adoption and identify opportunities to improve team performance.

Requirements

High school graduate.
At least 3 years of Tyson dispatching and planning experience.
Knowledge of transportation dispatch and planning systems.
Good computer skills in McLeod Software, PeopleNet, and Manhattan Associates.
Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Ability to develop and implement programs and procedures to enhance facility efficiencies.
Ability to manage multiple departments or areas.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Resume required for consideration.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Bilingual ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support implementation of transportation safety, compliance, and risk management programs across assigned operations.
Assist transportation leaders and drivers in understanding and applying company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Conduct safety and compliance audits, reviews, and assessments to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
Monitor FMCSA, DOT, and related regulatory compliance metrics and communicate findings to operational leadership.
Analyze driver, vehicle, and safety performance data to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
Deliver safety training, coaching, and communication programs to drivers, managers, and transportation team members.
Assist with investigations involving vehicle collisions, injuries, and safety incidents by gathering information and documenting findings.
Partner with field transportation leadership to develop and implement corrective action plans related to safety and compliance performance.
Maintain accurate compliance records, reports, and documentation required by regulatory agencies and company policies.
Support regulatory reviews, inspections, and audits by providing requested documentation and operational support.
Collaborate with transportation operations, maintenance, human resources, and other business partners to achieve compliance and safety objectives.
Promote a positive safety culture through consistent communication, engagement, and demonstration of company values.
Travel to assigned facilities as needed to conduct training, audits, and risk assessments.
Use approved AI tools responsibly, protect sensitive information, follow company policies, and validate AI-generated outputs; people leaders are also expected to enable responsible adoption and ensure accountability for AI-supported outcomes.