Trainee Operations Management - New Holland, PA/Wilkesboro, NC Complex

Tyson Foods, Inc.•New Holland, PA

About The Position

The Operations Management Trainee (OMT) is a developmental leadership role that supports and influences day-to-day production and operational performance through independent judgment, data-driven analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. The position contributes to plant and live operations priorities by identifying opportunities, recommending solutions, and driving continuous improvement. Working with leadership, the trainee supports safety, quality, efficiency, and compliance while developing foundational capability to manage teams and processes. The position has no direct reports, but it is expected to exercise leadership by directing team members, coordinating workflow, and making real-time decisions that support operational continuity. It may involve leading teams, projects, or production lines and influencing performance through leadership and decision-making. Travel is up to 12 trips per year. Relocation assistance is eligible.

Requirements

Associate’s degree, technical degree, or higher in a related field, or equivalent practical experience (1 year).
Exposure through internships, hands-on work, or academic projects in production, agriculture, manufacturing, live operations, or production operations environments.
Demonstrated analytical thinking, problem-solving, and independent judgment in operational settings.
Basic computer skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in fast-paced, team-oriented environments.
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Leadership potential and ability to influence without authority.
Adaptability and willingness to learn multiple functions.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
For individual contributors, ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, critically evaluate outputs, and apply professional judgment when using AI.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Education in Operations, Agriculture, Animal Science, poultry science, Food Science, or a similar field.
Basic computer skills with Excel, SAP, or related systems.
Basic understanding of safety and quality standards.
Resume attachment in PDF or Word format is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Analyze operational performance metrics and identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Recommend and help implement process improvements related to safety, quality, yield, and efficiency.
Use independent judgment to troubleshoot operational issues and propose solutions.
Coordinate cross-functional initiatives with HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and Accounting to support plant objectives.
Lead or direct teams in assigned situations, including gap coverage, line oversight, and project leadership.
Provide insights and recommendations to supervisors and managers to support decision-making.
Monitor compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements and escalate risks as needed.
Participate in planning and executing operational priorities, including staffing, production flow, and resource allocation.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying cost savings, efficiency gains, and waste reduction opportunities.
Apply leadership principles to influence team performance, engagement, and accountability.
Develop working knowledge of equipment, processes, and systems to support operational decision-making.
Demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, safeguard sensitive information, follow company policies, validate AI-generated outputs, and use professional judgment.