Operations Leadership Trainee: Plant Ops & Improvement

Cobb; Wadesboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an Operations Management Trainee (OMT) in the United States to support and influence day-to-day production and operations through data‑driven analysis and cross‑functional collaboration. You will help execute plant priorities, identify opportunities, and drive continuous improvement to safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role emphasizes leadership development, independent judgment, and the ability to work with teams across HR, Maintenance, and FSQA while adhering to

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational performance metrics and identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Recommend and help implement process improvements related to safety, quality, yield, and efficiency
• Exercise independent judgment in troubleshooting operational issues and proposing solutions
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives with HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and Accounting to support plant objectives
• Lead or direct teams in assigned situations (e.g., gap coverage, line oversight, project leadership)
• Support decision-making by providing insights and recommendations to supervisors and managers
• Monitor and evaluate compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements; escape risks as needed
• Participate in planning and execution of operational priorities, including staffing, production flow, and resource allocation
• Drive continuous improvement efforts, including identifying cost savings, efficiency gains, or waste reduction opportunities
• Apply leadership principles to influence team performance, engagement, and accountability
• Develop working knowledge of equipment, processes, and systems to support operational decision-making

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking an Operations Management Trainee (OMT) in the United States to support and influence day-to-day production and operations through data‑driven analysis and cross‑functional collaboration. You will help execute plant priorities, identify opportunities, and drive continuous improvement to safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role emphasizes leadership development, independent judgment, and the ability to work with teams across HR, Maintenance, and FSQA while adhering to