Operations Management Trainee

Tyson Foods; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, life, dental, vision insurance

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an Operations Management Trainee to develop leadership capabilities while supporting day-to-day production and operational performance. You will analyze data, identify opportunities, and drive improvements across safety, quality, yield, and efficiency.

This role emphasizes independent judgment, teamwork with HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and Accounting, and preparing for future supervisor positions through real-time decision making and project leadership.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate's degree, technical degree, or higher in a related field or equivalent practical experience (1 year).
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree.
• Fields: Operations, Agriculture, Animal Science, 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 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

Basic computer skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Rapid learning

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Job Details

Job Summary

The Operations Management Trainee (OMT) is a developmental leadership role supporting day-to-day production and operational performance. This position uses independent judgment, data analysis, and cross-functional teamwork to identify opportunities and drive improvement. The role builds foundational leadership capability for future supervisor positions.

Essential Duties & 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 *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

Education & Experience

• Required: Associate's degree, technical degree, or higher in a related field or equivalent practical experience (1 year)
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree
• Relevant fields: Operations, Agriculture, Animal Science, 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

Key Competencies

• Basic computer skills (Excel; SAP preferred)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Leadership potential and ability to influence others
• Adaptability and willingness to learn
• Understanding of safety and quality standards (preferred)

Supervisory

No direct reports, but responsible for leading teams, coordinating work, and making real-time decisions to support operations.

Travel

Up to 12 trips per year

Relocation Assistance Eligible

Yes

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.