Live Management Trainee
Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Lynden
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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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 Lynden, WA as a
HatcheryManagement 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.This position has
a target base salary of $69,000 - $76,000 and is eligible for
comprehensive benefits, as well as relocation support, as
applicable.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 &
ResponsibilitiesResponsible for Quality and Production
requirements. Initiate programs to accomplish the best possible
hatchability with a healthy chick.Responsible for managing,
scheduling, and coordinating delivery of processed chicks to
operations complex. This will require communication with growout.Be
able to perform any and all jobs within the hatchery.Responsible
for maintaining inventories, equipment, parts, and supplies as
needed for operations.Responsible for managing the processing room
during processing hours.Responsible for the QC role at the facility
including box counts, plating, breakouts, and other items that are
required to be completed.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 Bachelor s degree, or be within two (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, Bellingham , Live Management Trainee, Executive , Lynden, Washington
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