Materials Associate (1st Shift)– New London Prepared Plant

Job Details:

Must submit a resume in a Word or .pdf format to be considered for this position

At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact? Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division.

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Shift: 1st

Schedule: Monday - Friday, Saturday/Sunday work is rare and on an as-needed basis. Additional compensation is provided for the 6th and 7th workdays.

Hours: 6:00 am – 3:30 pm/end of shift (flex as needed)

Summary: The Materials Associate plays a vital role in keeping plant operations running smoothly by ensuring all necessary supplies and meat materials are available when needed. This position offers an opportunity to support production efficiency in a fast‑paced environment while working closely with cross-functional teams, vendors, and key partners. If you enjoy multitasking, problem-solving, and being an essential link in daily plant operations, this role provides a dynamic and rewarding experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily material requirements to maintain uninterrupted plant operations.
• Submit, update, and maintain purchase orders while managing buyer messages.
• Oversee daily delivery of supplies and meat, promptly addressing any issues with received materials.
• Generate accurate daily delivery schedules to ensure operational flow.
• File and manage supply or meat claims, ensuring credit receipt and proper documentation.
• Manage slow-moving and obsolete QA‑hold products to maintain inventory health.
• Communicate effectively with vendors to resolve issues, coordinate deliveries, and manage expectations.
• Forecast and manage overages and shortages to prevent production delays.
• Collaborate on cross-functional projects that support continuous improvement.
• Process invoices and manage e-buy filings efficiently and accurately.
• Utilize partner links such as Amcor and IP for inventory and specification management.
• Maintain product specification books and ensure documentation accuracy.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned that support Tyson’s RIGHT Behaviors and maintain SOX compliance.

Requirements

Education: Associate’s degree preferred.

Experience: 2 plus years in procurement or logistics preferred. Experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferred.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Office and SAP.

Communication Skills: Ability to communicate with all levels of management and good comprehension skills.

Work Environment: Ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.

Position Specific Requirements:

• Must submit a resume in a Word or .pdf format to be considered for this position
• Must reside in the United States to be considered.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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