Operations Leadership Trainee: Drive Efficiency & Quality

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Waldron (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Waldron, Arkansas seeks an Operations Management Trainee (OMT), a developmental leadership role focused on supporting production and improving performance through analysis, independent judgment, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will analyze metrics, recommend process improvements for safety, quality, yield, and efficiency, and coordinate with HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and Accounting while building foundational leadership to manage teams and processes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a related field or equivalent practical experience (1 year) required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Internships or hands-on work in production, agriculture, or live operations with analytical thinking and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational performance metrics to identify trends and opportunities.
• Recommend and implement process improvements for safety, quality, yield, and efficiency.
• Exercise independent judgment in troubleshooting issues and proposing solutions.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives with HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and Accounting.
• Lead or direct teams in assigned situations and provide guidance to supervisors.
• Support decision-making by delivering insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Monitor compliance with policies and regulatory requirements and escalate risks.
• Participate in planning of staffing, production flow, and resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying cost savings and waste reduction opportunities.
• Apply leadership principles to influence team performance and accountability.
• Develop working knowledge of equipment, processes, and systems.

Skills

Excel

SAP

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership potential

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Waldron, Arkansas seeks an Operations Management Trainee (OMT), a developmental leadership role focused on supporting production and improving performance through analysis, independent judgment, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will analyze metrics, recommend process improvements for safety, quality, yield, and efficiency, and coordinate with HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and Accounting while building foundational leadership to manage teams and processes.