Operations Management Trainee: Lead, Optimize, Learn

Tyson Foods; Bakerhill (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being programs

FSA/HSA

401k

Stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Disability (short/long-term)

Education funding

Discount program

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an Operations Management Trainee (OMT) to develop leadership capabilities while supporting day-to-day production and operational performance. The role emphasizes independent judgment, data-driven analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to drive safety, quality, yield, and efficiency improvements.

You will partner with plant leadership to execute priorities, identify opportunities, and lead teams or projects on the line, with exposure to live operations and a path

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent practical experience (1 year) required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or relevant programs in Operations, Agriculture, Animal Science, poultry science, Food Science, or similar fields.

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.

Skills

Excel

SAP

Communication

Leadership potential

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Teamwork

Safety standards

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking an Operations Management Trainee (OMT) to develop leadership capabilities while supporting day-to-day production and operational performance. The role emphasizes independent judgment, data-driven analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to drive safety, quality, yield, and efficiency improvements.

You will partner with plant leadership to execute priorities, identify opportunities, and lead teams or projects on the line, with exposure to live operations and a path