Complex Manager in Training

JBS Foods; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 174,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Annual bonus eligibility

Career development

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Complex Manager in Training to develop into upper management across live operations and plant leadership. You will guide teams, ensure safety, product quality, and efficient production across multiple plants in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with 5–8 years of operational leadership experience; MBA is a plus. The program requires willingness to relocate and offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive base

Qualifications

• 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, budgeting, forecasting and metrics, and KPIs.
• Ability to engage in multiple assignments concurrently and complete them error free.
• Desire for career advancement and growth within the organization while upholding Vision and Values.

Responsibilities

• Live Operations Management, Plant Management or Operations Management in food manufacturing; poultry a plus.
• Ensure safety directives are followed and maintained as a condition of employment.
• Develop and grow the best team and invest in their development.
• Ensure 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 and motivate the team to achieve them.
• Oversee facilities and live operations via department managers.
• Develop plans for efficient use of materials and machinery.
• Prepare budgets and advise top management; ensure budget execution.
• Evaluate improvements to productivity, labor efficiency, and plant costs; invest in operational excellence.
• Upon graduation, relocate to a location based on business needs and skill set.

Skills

Team leadership

Budgeting

Operational management

Safety culture

Multi-shift adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with 5-8 years in manufacturing operations

Job description

Description

COMPLEX MANAGER IN TRAINING

At Pilgrim's, we are dedicated to providing wholesome, high-quality poultry products to families across the globe. Being a part of the family meal is a tremendous honor and one we take seriously as one of the largest poultry producers in the world. Our more than 54,000 talented team members are passionate about what we do and we invite you to join us on our journey to becoming the best!

Pilgrim’s is looking for leaders who are driven, ambitious, and have a passion for 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 in order to further their knowledge about the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Live Operations Management, Plant Management or Operations Management in food manufacturing, poultry a plus
• Ensures that safety is a condition and is responsible for compliance with all safety directives.
• Develops the best team and invests in their growth.
• Ensures that product quality is adhered to at all times.
• Directs production and/or processing at a complex with multiple plants to maintain profitable operations.
• Sets production goals for plants. Motivates the team to achieve these goals.
• Responsible for associated facilities and live operations via oversight of department managers.
• Develops plans for efficient use of materials and machines.
• Prepares budget and makes recommendations to top management. Maintains successful execution of the budget.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to productivity, labor efficiencies, and reducing plant costs. Invests 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!

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 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.

Why Work for Pilgrim's?

• 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 $174,020.00 - $211,481.10
• 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;
• Better Futures

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us:

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our vision:

Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are:

Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets

Unsolicited Assistance:

Pilgrim's does not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at Pilgrim's or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by Pilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.