Trainee Operations Management - All Shifts - Eufaula, AL

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.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

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Management Level:

P2

Job Summary: The Operations Management Trainee (OMT) role is a developmental leadership position responsible for supporting and influencing day-to-day production and operational performance through the application of independent judgment, data-driven analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. This role contributes to the execution of plant and live operations priorities by identifying operational opportunities, recommending solutions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The OMT partners with leadership to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and compliance while building foundational leadership capability to manage teams and processes.

Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    Analyze operational performance metrics and identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunitiesRecommend and help implement process improvements related to safety, quality, yield, and efficiency

    Exercise independent judgment in troubleshooting operational issues and proposing solutionsCoordinate cross-functional initiatives with HR, Maintenance, FSQA, and Accounting to support plant objectives

    Lead or direct teams in assigned situations (e.g., gap coverage, line oversight, project leadership)Support decision-making by providing insights and recommendations to supervisors and managers

    Monitor and evaluate compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements; escalate risks as neededParticipate in planning and execution of operational priorities, including staffing, production flow, and resource allocation

    Drive continuous improvement efforts, including identifying cost savings, efficiency gains, or waste reduction opportunitiesApply leadership principles to influence team performance, engagement, and accountability

    Develop working knowledge of equipment, processes, and systems to support operational decision-makingEducation and Experience:Associate’s degree, technical degree, or higher in a related field, or equivalent practical experience (1 year) required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Programs/degrees within Operations, Agriculture, Animal Science, poultry science, Food Science, or similar fields are examples.    Demonstrated exposure through internships, hands-on work, or academic projects in production, agriculture, manufacturing, live operations, or production operations environments. Demonstrate analytical thinking, problem-solving, and independent judgment in operational settings.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification:None Required

Special Job Competencies:Basic computer skills (Excel, SAP or related systems preferred)

    Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in fast-paced, team-oriented environments

    Problem-solving and critical thinking skillsLeadership potential and ability to influence without authority

    Adaptability and willingness to learn multiple functionsBasic understanding of safety and quality standards (preferred) and critical thinking skills 

Supervisory:This role does not have direct reports but is expected to exercise leadership responsibilities, including directing team members, coordinating workflow, and making real-time decisions to support operational continuity. The role may lead teams, projects, or production lines and is expected to influence performance and outcomes through leadership and decision-making. 

Travel:Up to 12 trips per year

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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.

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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