Trainee Operations Management-1st Shift Sedalia Plant
About The Position
The Live Production & Plant Operations Trainee (Hybrid) program is designed to develop future Tyson Foods leaders by providing hands-on experience across both Live Production and Plant Operations. This rotational development opportunity offers exposure to the poultry supply chain from farm to processing while building the leadership, business, and operational skills necessary for a successful career in poultry operations management. The trainee will work alongside experienced leaders and gain practical knowledge of production processes, people leadership, animal welfare, food safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Poultry Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Biology, or a related field.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Interest in pursuing a leadership career in Live Production or Plant Operations.
- The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous internship, co-op, or work experience in agriculture, food production, manufacturing, or related industries.
- Leadership experience through FFA, 4-H, student organizations, athletics, or other extracurricular activities.
- Demonstrated interest in poultry production, agriculture, operations management, or manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Gain exposure to breeder, pullet, broiler, and hatchery operations.
- Support animal welfare, biosecurity, and regulatory compliance programs.
- Learn contract grower management and relationship-building practices.
- Assist with live production accounting, performance reporting, and operational analysis.
- Participate in environmental stewardship and compliance initiatives.
- Develop an understanding of production planning and flock management strategies.
- Learn poultry processing operations and production workflows.
- Support food safety and quality assurance programs.
- Assist with production scheduling and yield management initiatives.
- Participate in labor management and employee engagement activities.
- Promote workplace safety and compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Gain exposure to maintenance and reliability programs.
- Support continuous improvement projects focused on operational efficiency and cost reduction.
- Assist with inventory management and cost-control initiatives.
- Develop leadership skills through direct involvement with operational teams and supervisors.
- Participate in structured training and development activities.
- Build problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Develop an understanding of key performance metrics and business objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Live Production and Plant Operations.
- Demonstrate Tyson Foods’ core values of safety, accountability, integrity, and excellence.
Benefits
- paid time off
- 401(k) plans
- affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
