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Specialist Materials-1st Shift- Waldron, Arkansas

Tyson Foods

Specialist Materials-1st Shift- Waldron, Arkansas

Tyson Foods

Waldron Plant - Waldron, Arkansas

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On-site

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Full-time

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5d ago

Job Details:

Materials Manager

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PMTravel: 1–12 trips per year

Overview

The Materials Manager oversees all materials, ingredients, and supplies for the complex. This role ensures accurate inventory levels, timely procurement, efficient production scheduling, and strong supplier relationships to support daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage inventory of all materials, ingredients, and raw meat.

  • Schedule production based on WIP needs and operational requirements.

  • Oversee inbound/outbound logistics and freight coordination.

  • Maintain SAP data for BOM, MMG, receipts, and material usage.

  • Manage procurement and the Purchase‑to‑Pay process.

  • Monitor costs, maintain budgets, and support cost‑saving initiatives.

  • Coordinate with production, maintenance, and corporate teams.

  • Ensure accurate shipping instructions and compliance with code‑date standards.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of relevant experience required.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Accounting, or Logistics preferred.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP (MMG, BOM, PPS).

  • Strong communication and analytical skills.

Physical & Work Environment

  • Exposure to cold, heat, noise, odors, and potential hazards.

  • Standing/walking 25%; sitting 75%.

  • Work independently and with others.

  • Overtime may be required.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an American multinational corporation based in Springdale, Arkansas that operates in the food industry. The company is the world's second-largest processor and marketer of chicken, beef, and pork after JBS S.A. It is the largest meat company in America.

10,001+

Employees

Springdale

Headquarters

Reviews

3.6

2 reviews

Work Life Balance

3.0

Compensation

2.0

Culture

2.5

Career

2.0

Management

2.0

15%

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Pros

Pay slightly higher than some positions

Remote work opportunities available

Entry-level positions available

Cons

Very low entry-level wages ($12/hour)

Massive executive-worker pay gap

Third-party contractor issues

Salary Ranges

29 data points

Senior/L5

Senior/L5 · Manager Marketing Analytics

1 reports

$144,943

total / year

Base

$125,950

Stock

-

Bonus

-

$144,943

$144,943

Interview Experience

4 interviews

Difficulty

2.3

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Offer Rate

100%

Experience

Positive 0%

Neutral 75%

Negative 25%

Interview Process

1

Recruiter Phone Screen

2

Microsoft Teams Interview