Trainee Operations Management

Location: Obion County Plant - Union City, Tennessee

Management Level: P2

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

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

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

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.

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: No

Referral Payout Eligible: No

For Professional Management levels, internal applicants should either upload a resume to their application OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience in the sections provided.

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

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.

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.

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