Operations Management Trainee
Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Accomac
Posted on: September 12, 2023
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Job Description:
Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company
heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a
goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we
create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice
customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are
raised for food.SummaryWe are looking for future leaders to join
us! We are actively seeking a hardworking, energetic, self-starter
to join our Operations team in Accomac, VA as a Management Trainee.
The Perdue Management Trainee (MT) program is an entry level
management position designed to develop talented individuals into
future leaders in the company's operations management field. In
this position, you will be offered the opportunity to learn and
develop skills vital for a career in operations, production,
continuous improvement, quality assurance, safety, shipping, and
distribution. The MT program starts June 2024.Our 12 month program
combines hands-on training by direct observation and shadowing,
learning and development sessions, continuous improvement projects,
and a series of structured departmental rotations. The MT will be
fully immersed and actively participate in all aspects of business
in an operational facility. Upon successful completion of the
program, the Management Trainee will have the opportunity to
transition into a supervisor role.Benefits:Participation in up to,
two (2) Regional Trainings with fellow MT s. Events includecareer
development, social activities, philanthropyevents, company tours
and senior leadership interaction.Competitive starting salary, with
pay increases at the six (6) and twelve (12) month mark. Placement
into a supervisor level role upon graduation from the MT
program.Comprehensive benefit package including transition bonus,
relocation, and student loan repayment.Principal and Essential
Duties & ResponsibilitiesAcquires knowledge to include
administrative functions, manpower reports, disciplinary
procedures, budget, production processes and requirements while
contributing ideas and recommendations for continuous
improvement.Develops an understanding of the team process using the
criteria: establishing common mission/goals of all team members;
providing clear role definition of team members; encouraging shared
accountabilities; implementing effective team procedures and
processes, giving and receiving feedback, problem solving, decision
making, employing coaching and effective communications; ensuring
team
spirit ; and providing recognition for team
accomplishments.Implements the policies of the Quality Improvement
Process with the team/department.Monitors the performance of the
team to ensure goals are attained and graphs results for display
and presentation at briefings and/or meetings.Develops
self-awareness and consistently applies best practices in
communications, emotional intelligence, integrity, and exhibits
other Perdue values.Rotates through various functions in fresh or
cook plants which may include the Hatchery, Feed Mill, Live
Production, Live Haul, Wastewater, Accounting, Human Resources,
Receiving, Dressing, Evisceration, Giblet Packing, Grading, Cut Up,
Stretch Bag, Deboning, 28 Degree Cooler, Box Room,
Weight/Price/Label and Shipping departments.Completes projects
related to cost-reduction or improved performance.Attends learning
events/activities including on-ground classes, web-based
instruction, and e-learning platforms.Minimum
EducationRequired:Must possess a valid Bachelor's degree from an
accredited university within 12 months of the MT program starting.
Program starts June 2024.Preferred:Degree inSupply Chain,
Manufacturing, Engineering, Production Management, Business or
Business Administration, Animal Science, Poultry Science,
Agriculture3.0 GPA or higherEnvironmental Factors and Physical
RequirementsAbility to work for 8 hours or more in a stationary
position or travel on a wet, moist, dry, greasy floors which may
include metal or plastic grating surfaces with up to 4 hours in a
single interval.Ability to work from various types of ladders
and/or stairs.Exposure to and work in temperatures of less than -40
degrees and 75 degrees with ambient humidity.Noise exposure of 110
db, and light intensity range of 50 to 100 foot candles.Bending,
twisting, lifting up to 50 lbs, reaching, sitting, and grasping
varies in repetitions, distance, degrees, angle, weight, heights,
longest interval of time, objects grasped, and body positions
depending upon the maintenance task required. Exposure to
chlorinated water (50 ppm, ammonia vapors ) 5 ppm, dry ice, caustic
detergents, lubricating oils, hydraulic oils, and other chemicals
found in a poultry processing plant.Must use and / or wear
protective and safety equipment required for the job.Perdue Farms,
Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran
status.
Keywords: Perdue Farms, Hampton , Operations Management Trainee, Executive , Accomac, Virginia
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