Tyson Boosts Springdale Plant, Eyes Hundreds of Poultry Jobs

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Tyson Foods, the Springdale-based poultry giant, announced a multimillion-dollar expansion of its Berry Street Plant, set to create hundreds of jobs in Arkansas' dominant poultry sector. The project builds on Tyson's headquarters presence in the city, where it already anchors the local economy with thousands of workers. Initially reported by KATV, the upgrade targets increased processing capacity amid rising demand for chicken products[1]. The expansion comes as Tyson continues consolidating operations in Springdale, including a 2022 move of about 1,000 corporate jobs from Chicago and South Dakota to its Arkansas headquarters, with no layoffs and plans for facility remodels. Job listings for the Berry Street Plant now include supervisor roles on first shift, signaling active hiring for production positions paying $18-$39 per hour. Northwest Arkansas, home to Tyson's global HQ, remains the epicenter of U.S. poultry production, employing over 137,000 worldwide[1][3]. Springdale leaders view the growth as vital for the city's workforce. Current openings exceed 60 Tyson positions locally, from accounts receivable clerks to FSQA managers and truck drivers, listed on platforms like Indeed and ZipRecruiter. With poultry driving Arkansas' economy — the state leads national broiler production — this infusion promises stability for families in Washington County[2][6]. Tyson's commitment extends to year-round opportunities, including finance interns and supply chain engineers at its Emma facility in Springdale. The company's progressive career paths align with Arkansas' agribusiness strengths, fostering collaboration closer to processing plants. As of April 2026, recruitment remains robust, with no signs of slowdown[4][5].