Operations Management Trainee: Lead, Analyze, Improve

Tyson Foods; Albertville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telehealth services

401(k)

Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an Operations Management Trainee to support day-to-day production and operational performance. You will use data analysis and cross-functional teamwork to identify opportunities and drive improvements, building foundational leadership for future supervisor roles.

This developmental role emphasizes advancing skills in operations, data analytics, and process optimization. Relocation assistance is available, with a 1st shift in the United States.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, technical degree, or higher in a related field or equivalent practical experience (1 year).
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.
• Exposure to production, agriculture, or manufacturing environments through work, internships, or school projects.

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

Basic computer skills

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced

Problem-solving

Leadership potential

Adaptability

Safety & quality knowledge

Education

Associate’s or technical degree or higher

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Exposure to production/agriculture/manufacturing environments

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking an Operations Management Trainee to support day-to-day production and operational performance. You will use data analysis and cross-functional teamwork to identify opportunities and drive improvements, building foundational leadership for future supervisor roles.

This developmental role emphasizes advancing skills in operations, data analytics, and process optimization. Relocation assistance is available, with a 1st shift in the United States.