Operations Leadership Trainee: Drive Production & Improvement

Tyson Foods; Temperanceville (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Job summary

Tyson Foods seeks an Operations Management Trainee (OMT) to develop as a future supervisor by supporting daily production and operational performance. The role uses data analysis and independent judgment to identify opportunities and drive improvements across teams.

Expect exposure to safety, quality, yield, and efficiency improvements, with a focus on leadership capability and cross-functional partnership. 1st shift in the United States, relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in a related field or equivalent practical experience (1 year)
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree
• Relevant fields: Operations, Agriculture, Poultry Science, Food Science, or similar
• Exposure to production, agriculture, or manufacturing environments through work, internships, or school projects
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical thinking

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 teams such as 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 elevate 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

Data analysis

Leadership potential

Cross-functional teamwork

Excel

SAP

Communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Tyson Foods seeks an Operations Management Trainee (OMT) to develop as a future supervisor by supporting daily production and operational performance. The role uses data analysis and independent judgment to identify opportunities and drive improvements across teams.

Expect exposure to safety, quality, yield, and efficiency improvements, with a focus on leadership capability and cross-functional partnership. 1st shift in the United States, relocation assistance available.