Tyson Foods
Operations Management Trainee- Pine Bluff, AR
United States · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerTyson Foods
- LocationUnited States
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
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 escalate 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.
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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
Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format.
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
*Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.
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:
Yes
Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
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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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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.
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- SeniorityIntern
- Employer posted
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