Operations Management Trainee- Pine Bluff, AR

Tyson Foods; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Operations Management Trainee (OMT) at Tyson Foods is a developmental leadership role supporting day-to-day production and operational performance, using data analysis and cross-functional teamwork to identify opportunities and drive improvement. Required: Associate’s degree or higher or 1 year equivalent; preferred: Bachelor’s degree.

Fields include Operations, Agriculture, Poultry Science or Food Science, with a focus on problem-solving, communication, and adaptability to future

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher or 1 year of practical experience.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred for advancement.
• Relevant fields include Operations, Agriculture, Poultry/Animal Science, Food Science.
• Exposure to production/manufacturing environments through work or school projects.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Analyze performance results to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Support improvements in safety, quality, yield, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and propose solutions.
• Partner with HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and Accounting.
• Lead teams or processes as needed and support supervisors with data.

Skills

Excel

SAP

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Leadership potential

Adaptability

Safety & quality

Education

Associate degree or higher (or 1 year experience)

Bachelor's degree preferred

Fields: Operations, Agriculture, Poultry/Animal Science, Food Science

Production/manufacturing exposure

Analytical thinking

Job description

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all current P or M level candidates.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

Continue growing with our family.

Ourteam members make it happen. If you want to continue to grow in a new role internally and seeaposition that looks right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Thanks for your commitment to Tyson Foods.

Management Level:

P2

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 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
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of how Live and Processing operations work together.

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)
• Flexible schedule, will need to work either shift.

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

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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.

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