Operations Leadership Trainee: Drive Improvements

Tyson Foods; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Union City, TN is seeking an Operations Management Trainee to help drive day-to-day production and operational performance through data analysis and cross-functional teamwork. The role builds foundational leadership for future supervisory positions.

The trainee will analyze performance data, identify trends and risks, and lead improvements in safety, quality, yield, and efficiency while supporting staffing and production planning.

Qualifications

• Must have problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to analyze performance data to identify trends and risks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze performance results to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Recommend and support improvements in safety, quality, yield, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and propose solutions.
• Partner with HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and Accounting.
• Lead teams or processes as needed (line coverage, projects, etc.).
• Support supervisors and managers with data and recommendations.
• Monitor compliance and escalate risks when needed.
• Support planning for staffing, production flow, and resources.
• Drive continuous improvement (cost savings, waste reduction, efficiency gains).
• Build knowledge of equipment, processes, and systems.

Skills

Leadership potential

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Excel

SAP

Education

Associate’s degree, technical degree, or higher

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Tyson Foods in Union City, TN is seeking an Operations Management Trainee to help drive day-to-day production and operational performance through data analysis and cross-functional teamwork. The role builds foundational leadership for future supervisory positions.

The trainee will analyze performance data, identify trends and risks, and lead improvements in safety, quality, yield, and efficiency while supporting staffing and production planning.