Live Management Trainee
Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Dillon
Posted on: November 17, 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 Live Operations team in Dillon, SC as a Flock Advisor
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 live operations
management field. In this position, you will be offered the
opportunity to learn and develop skills vital for a career in Live
operations; including flock advisor, area supervisor, assistant
hatchery manager, hatchery manager, feedmill manager. 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 rotations. The MT will be fully immersed and actively
participate in all aspects of Live operations. 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 include, career development, social activities,
philanthropy events, 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 of the MT program.Comprehensive benefit
package including transition bonus, relocation, and student loan
repayment.Principal and Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesWork
directly with assigned contract producers to improve company
profitability and competitive position by implementing production
programs and documenting producer compliance at each visit to the
farm.Direct interaction with all departments of the company that
are associated with our contract producers.Responsible for
maintaining good communication and flow of information from the
company to contract producers and vice versa.Ensuring that all
requirements are met or exceeded with include but not limited to
current prescribed department and company initiatives.Maintain
route compliance to Poultry Welfare, Food Safety, and
Environmental
Best Management Practices
to maintain a strong brand image.Support other departments within
the company that are impacted by the producers on assigned route by
maintaining good open lines of communication between all
parties.The ability to monitor chick placements, bird weights,
flock movements, mortality, and feed inventories. The ability to
assess bird health, administer proper field vaccinations, prescribe
treatment, and perform various testing on birds to identify disease
and relay finding to management.Demonstrate competency with poultry
health and disease as it relates to poultry production.Act in a
professional and courteous manner at all times upholding
professional and positive work image for self and Perdue
Farms.Comply and follow company requirements regarding
bio-security, food safety and poultry welfare programs and policies
at all times.Manage company vehicle and operate in a safe manner
complying will all Perdue, state and federal requirements/policies
and use only for work related purposes.Maintain assigned route
square footage to meet the demands established by sales to fulfill
customer orders.Maintain safe working environment.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 in Poultry Science,
Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness Management or Business
Administration3.0 GPA or higherQualificationsRequired:Must be
authorized to work in the United StatesMust be at least 18 years
oldMust have a valid driver's license with no pointsMust have a
Bachelor s degree, or be within 2 semesters of graduating with a
Bachelors. (employment will begin once degree is
complete)Preferred:Ability to work in a fast-paced
environment.Ability to work well within a team setting, as well as
independently.Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to
motivate in a team atmosphere.Good customer service skillsStrong
reading, math, writing communication skills (oral and written),
analytical skills and a statistical backgroundEnvironmental Factors
and Physical RequirementsMust be physically able to work in all
locations including hatcheries, feed mills, chicken houses and
processing plants. Exposed to seasonal weather conditions as well
as significant amount of airborne dust, feathers, when in a plant
environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors
which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to
temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both
ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50
degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110
db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food,
processing facility. Must wear and use protective and safety
equipment required for the job as directed by the Company. Exposure
to chicken manure and associated odors, including ammonia,
especially in the production houses. Required to perform moderate
physical exertion to include pushing pulling and lifting up to 75
lbs. Must be able to climb to a height of 30' as well as
significant amount of bending, lifting and stooping.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, Fayetteville , Live Management Trainee, Executive , Dillon, North Carolina
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