Trainee Operations Management-1st Shift Sedalia Plant

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.

Live Production

• 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.

Plant Operations

• 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.

This hybrid position provides experience in both agricultural and manufacturing environments. The role involves working in poultry houses hatcheries processing facilities and office settings. Candidates must be comfortable working in varying environmental conditions and participating in hands-on operational activities.

The position requires flexibility adaptability and a willingness to learn multiple aspects of poultry production and processing operations.

Required

• Bachelors 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.

Preferred

• 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.

The standard schedule is generally Monday through Friday; however flexibility is required to support business operations. Weekend and holiday work may be required based on Live Production and Plant Operations needs.

Sedalia offers a strong agricultural community affordable cost of living and excellent quality of life. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure to both live production and processing operations while building relationships with leaders across multiple business functions and preparing for future leadership opportunities within Tyson Foods.