Management Operations Trainee- Center Growout, TX

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• 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)

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of how Live operations work together.

• Able to work a flexible schedule

• Must have a valid Driver's License

Additional Requirement: Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild, or exotic fowl. 

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.

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Referral Payout Eligible:

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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