Trainee Operations Management - Snead, AL

Tyson Foods; Snead (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an Operations Management Trainee (OMT) in Snead, AL to support day-to-day production and operational performance. The role uses independent judgment, data analysis, and cross-functional teamwork to identify opportunities and drive improvement.

Essential duties include analyzing performance results, recommending improvements in safety, quality, yield, and efficiency, and leading teams as needed while supporting staffing planning and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, technical degree, or higher in a related field or equivalent practical experience (1 year).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Operations, Agriculture, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Food Science, or similar.
• Experience in production, agriculture, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Basic computer skills (Excel; SAP preferred).

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.
• Lead teams or processes as needed (line coverage, projects, etc.).
• Drive continuous improvement (cost savings, waste reduction, efficiency gains).

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Leadership potential

Strong communication

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Job Details:At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family. Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment.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 ProgramHighly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format and/or complete the application fully showing current and past work experience to be considered for the position.Job SummaryThe 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 & ResponsibilitiesAnalyze performance results to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunitiesRecommend and support improvements in safety, quality, yield, and efficiencyTroubleshoot operational issues and propose solutionsPartner with teams such as HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and AccountingLead teams or processes as needed (line coverage, projects, etc.)Support supervisors and managers with data and recommendationsMonitor compliance and escalate risks when neededSupport planning for staffing, production flow, and resourcesDrive continuous improvement (cost savings, waste reduction, efficiency gains)Build knowledge of equipment, processes, and systemsEducation & ExperienceRequired: Associate’s degree, technical degree, or higher in a related field or equivalent practical experience (1 year)Preferred: Bachelor’s degreeRelevant fields: Operations, Agriculture, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Food Science, or similarExposure to production, agriculture, or manufacturing environments through work, internships, or school projectsDemonstrated problem-solving and analytical thinkingKey CompetenciesBasic computer skills (Excel; SAP preferred)Strong communication and teamwork skillsAbility to work in fast-paced environmentsProblem-solving and critical thinkingLeadership potential and ability to influence othersAdaptability and willingness to learnUnderstanding of safety and quality standards (preferred)SupervisoryNo direct reports, but responsible for leading teams, coordinating work, and making real-time decisions to support operations.TravelUp to 12 trips per yearWork Schedule: Work hours may vary based on business needs and may include early morning, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.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.Relocation Assistance Eligible:YesWork Shift:1ST SHIFT (United States of America)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 ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.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.If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here .Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.