Emerging Leader: Manager in Training Program

Wayne Farms LLC

McComb (MS)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms invites high-potential graduates to join its Manager in Training (MIT) program—a 12-month structured path to future leadership. Participants will rotate through plant operations, live production, and business functions, building critical leadership skills for a dynamic environment.

Candidates should have a college degree, 0–5 years of experience, and be willing to relocate within the company footprint.

Qualifications

College degree required or completed by MIT start date.
0–5 years of experience.
Must relocate within company geographic footprint.

Responsibilities

Learn day-to-day operations under supervision and through hands-on experience in all assigned departments to develop understanding of operations and performance standards.
Learn and understand requirements of internal and external customers, using feedback to improve products and services.
Identify opportunities for improvement, determine root cause, propose solutions, and implement changes.
Partner with experienced leadership to lead and direct day-to-day activities of frontline associates.
Make principled decisions in daily interactions by applying LEAP philosophy.
Learn and understand the Company’s vision and objectives to create meaningful and measurable goals.
Follow and ensure safety initiatives to maintain a zero-accident culture.
Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.