Complex Manager in Training

Operations Management Support Athens, Georgia Canton, Georgia Chattanooga, Tennessee Ellijay, Georgia Mayfield, Kentucky Mt. Pleasant, Texas

Pilgrim's is a leading global food company that produces poultry products worldwide.

Pilgrim’s is looking for leaders who are driven, ambitious, and passionate about the poultry industry. Successful candidates will put people first, manage with our values and vision at the forefront, and achieve results. Individuals in this role are expected to meet organizational goals, achieve operational excellence, and build the best team. Complex Managers in training are coachable, communicate well, and have a deep understanding of the needs of their team.

Leaders in this program work in diverse environments and perform various duties to further their knowledge about the organization.

***** The position will be based out of a designated Pilgrim’s Small Bird Debone facility – Athens, GA, Canton, GA, Chattanooga, TN, Ellijay, GA, Mayfield, KY or Mt. Pleasant, TX. This is NOT a remote position!

• Live Operations Management, Plant Management or Operations Management in food manufacturing, poultry a plus
• Ensure that safety is a condition and is responsible for compliance with all safety directives.
• Develop the best team and invest in their growth.
• Ensure that product quality is adhered to at all times.
• Direct production and/or processing at a complex with multiple plants to maintain profitable operations.
• Set production goals for plants. Motivate the team to achieve these goals.
• Be responsible for associated facilities and live operations via oversight of department managers.
• Develop plans for efficient use of materials and machines.
• Prepare budget and make recommendations to top management. Maintain successful execution of the budget.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to productivity, labor efficiencies, and reducing plant costs. Invest in operational excellence.
• Upon graduation, the person/persons will be expected to take their qualified upper management position at a location based on needs of the business and skill set of the individuals. Willingness to relocate is a must!

• Strong commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and leading safety as a condition culture.
• Experience with leading teams to successfully accomplish objectives.
• Adequate knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operational management.
• Working knowledge of budgets, budget development, forecasting and metrics, and Key Performance Indicators.
• Ability to engage in multiple assignments concurrently and complete them error free.
• Desire for career advancement and growth within the organization, while maintaining commitment to the Vision and Values.

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5-8 years of operational management/leadership in a manufacturing environment/industry. MBA is a plus.
• High level of manufacturing experience and exposure in food preferably poultry.
• Ability to work any hours as needed, flexible to work various shifts.

• Benefits:
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays.
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Base Salary range of $ +/- based on experience.
• Incentive Pay:
  This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
• Career Development:
  Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.