Operations Leadership Trainee – Hybrid (1st Shift)

Tyson Foods; Sedalia (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is offering a Live Production & Plant Operations Trainee (Hybrid) program in Sedalia, MO, designed to develop future leaders across live production and processing. The role provides hands-on experience from farm to processing, with exposure to production processes, leadership development, and operational excellence.

Participants will work alongside experienced leaders, gain practical knowledge in animal welfare, food safety, continuous improvement, and cost control, and rotate across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Live Production operations including breeder, pullet, broiler, and hatchery activities.
• Assist with production planning, scheduling, and cost control.
• Support animal welfare, biosecurity, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Contribute to safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with cross-functional teams across Live Production and Plant Operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science

Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness

Job description

Tyson Foods is offering a Live Production & Plant Operations Trainee (Hybrid) program in Sedalia, MO, designed to develop future leaders across live production and processing. The role provides hands-on experience from farm to processing, with exposure to production processes, leadership development, and operational excellence.

Participants will work alongside experienced leaders, gain practical knowledge in animal welfare, food safety, continuous improvement, and cost control, and rotate across