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About Tyson Foods: Tyson Foods is a global leader in the food industry, committed to providing high-quality protein products to consumers worldwide. With a focus on excellence in food safety, sustainability, and innovation, Tyson Foods operates rendering plants that play a crucial role in converting animal by-products into valuable commodities. We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Production Team Lead to join our team in the rendering department.

Job Description: The Production Team Lead in the rendering department at Tyson Foods is responsible for leading a team of production workers to ensure the efficient and safe processing of raw materials into finished products. This role requires strong leadership skills, operational expertise, and the ability to motivate and mentor production teams. The Production Team Lead will work closely with production supervisors and managers to achieve production targets and maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities:
1.    Lead a team of production workers in the rendering department, including assigning tasks, providing guidance and training, and evaluating performance.
2.    Coordinate production activities to meet daily production targets, ensuring compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
3.    Monitor production processes and equipment performance, identifying and addressing issues to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
4.    Train new employees on production processes, equipment operation, and safety procedures, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
5.    Conduct regular inspections of equipment, facilities, and production areas, identifying maintenance needs, safety hazards, and opportunities for improvement.
6.    Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues and implementing corrective actions to resolve production problems and prevent recurrence.
7.    Implement and enforce safety protocols, procedures, and regulations in all production activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
8.    Communicate effectively with other departments, including maintenance, quality assurance, and logistics, to coordinate activities, address production-related issues, and support plant operations.
9.    Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting and implementing changes to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and improve product quality and yield.
10.    Maintain accurate records of production activities, including production reports, downtime logs, and quality control records, using computerized systems and manual documentation as needed.
11.    Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor production teams, prioritize tasks, and solve problems effectively.
12.    Knowledge of production processes, equipment, and quality standards in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
13.    Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with colleagues, supervisors, and external stakeholders.
14.    Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed to support production schedules and operational requirements.
15.    Commitment to upholding Tyson RVI-Harmony values of integrity, respect, and excellence in all aspects of job performance.
16.    Willingness to undergo training on safety procedures, equipment operation, and company policies and procedures.

Join Tyson Foods as a Production Team Lead and lead our production teams to achieve operational excellence in the rendering department. Apply now to become part of a dynamic team dedicated to safety, quality, and innovation in the food industry.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in production management, operations, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in production roles, with demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment.

Benefits Start Day 1!

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

Medical, dental, and vision insuranceTelehealth servicesWell-Being Support ProgramsFSA and HSA available401kStock Purchase PlanCompany Paid Life InsuranceShort-Term & Long- Term DisabilityFully Funded EducationDiscount Program

Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 90 days.

Rehire Rule of no more than  3 times worked at Tyson Foods.

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

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

D Shift (United States of America)

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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.

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