Operations Management Trainee

Primary Purpose

The Operations Management Trainee Program is a 26-week immersive learning experience designed for driven, high-potential candidates ready to jumpstart their careers in Operations management at Mountaire Farms. This program provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience across every facet of Mountaire's processing operations. As a trainee, you will rotate through key departments, cultivate essential leadership skills, and take an active role in driving impactful, continuous improvement initiatives. Upon successful completion, this program sets you on a career path to a supervisory role within Processing Operations-a journey to becoming a future leader in the poultry industry. Openings for this position offer a May 2026 and June 2026 start date.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

* Dive into a wide range of assignments as outlined in the Management Trainee Program, including supervisory responsibilities. Demonstrate mastery through successful completion of learning objectives and evaluations, showcasing your dedication to the program. Take ownership of special projects aimed at optimizing operational performance and delivering measurable results. Consistently provide weekly summary reports and department updates that highlight progress and key learnings.

* Gain immersive, hands-on experience across critical operational areas, including Safety, Quality Assurance, Live Haul, Resource Recovery, First Processing, Second Processing, Cone Debone, Further Processing, Maintenance, and Shipping. This diverse rotation will equip you with an all-encompassing understanding of the operational excellence required to manage Mountaire's facilities, preparing you to take on future leadership roles.

Qualifications

* Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree required. Internal candidates with 2+ years of proven leadership or supervisory experience may qualify in lieu of formal education.

* Experience: 0-2 years of related experience. This is an entry-level program designed to help you realize your potential and launch a thriving career in Operations management.

Program Requirements:

* Work Environment: Ability to excel in a range of working conditions, including wet, dry, hot, and dusty environments as part of day-to-day operations.

* Skills: Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities are essential. Success in this program requires adaptability, resilience, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as you rotate through multiple departments.

* Commitment to Learning: A passion for continuous improvement and learning is key, as you will be consistently challenged to grow both personally and professionally.

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