Trainee Operations Management

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking an Operations Management Trainee in Union City, TN. This developmental role supports day-to-day production and operational performance through independent judgment, data analysis, and cross-functional teamwork to drive improvements.

It builds foundational leadership capability for future supervisor positions. The role emphasizes hands-on learning in production, safety, quality, yield, and efficiency, with exposure to multiple teams such as HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in a related field or equivalent practical experience (1 year).
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Fields: Operations, Agriculture, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Food Science or similar.
• Exposure to production, agriculture, or manufacturing through work 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 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

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree or higher in related field or 1 year experience

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

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

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

SupervisoryNo direct reports, but responsible for leading teams, coordinating work, and making real-time decisions to support operations.

Travel

TravelUp to 12 trips per year

AI Policy

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Work Shift

Work Shift:1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Relocation Assistance

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.

Hourly Applicants

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Physical Requirements

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

Equal Opportunity

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.

Benefits

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.