Operations Management Trainee- Pine Bluff, AR

Tyson Foods; Pinebluff (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telehealth

Well-Being programs

401k

Stock purchase plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Discount program

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an Operations Management Trainee in the United States (1st shift) to grow into leadership roles. The role focuses on supporting day-to-day production and driving improvements through data analysis and teamwork.

Essential duties include analyzing performance, leading small teams, and partnering with HR, Maintenance, and FSQA to enhance safety, quality, yield, and efficiency. A related technical degree or 1 year of experience is required; a Bachelor’s is preferred.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate’s degree, technical degree, or higher in a related field or 1 year equivalent experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Operations, Agriculture, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Food Science.

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 how Live and Processing operations work together.

Skills

Excel

SAP

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Leadership potential

Adaptability

Safety standards

Education

Associate degree or higher

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

None

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 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)

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Background Check

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.

Sponsorship

*Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.

Benefits and Perks

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Telehealth services


• Well-Being Support Programs


• FSA and HSA available


• 401k


• Stock Purchase Plan


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability


• Fully Funded Education


• Discount Program

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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