Leadership Pathways: Manager in Training

Wayne Farms; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms (WSF) invites applicants to join the Manager in Training (MIT) Program in Laurel, MS. This 12-month, structured program develops early talent into future leaders through plant operations, live production, and business rotations.

Candidates should have a college degree and be willing to relocate within the company footprint. 0–5 years of experience is acceptable as part of the entry pathway and growth through structured mentorship.

Qualifications

• College degree required.
• Must relocate within company geographic footprint.
• 0-5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn the day-to-day operations by working under the supervision of functional managers or mentors and through direct, hands-on experience in all assigned departments to develop an understanding of departmental operations, processes, procedures and performance standards; apply learned skills in daily interactions with employees, vendors, customers, etc.
• Learn and understand the requirements of both internal and external customers, using information and feedback to improve products and services.
• Identify opportunities for improvement, including underlying root cause, suggest solutions and work with various departments to implement a creative solution to permanently remedy issues.
• Partner with experienced leadership to lead and direct the day-to-day activities of frontline associates.
• Make principled decisions in daily interactions with peers, subordinates and management by learning, understanding and applying the LEAP philosophy.
• Learn and understand the Company's vision and objectives to create meaningful and measurable personal and subordinate goals
• Follow and ensure others follow all safety initiatives helping to maintain a zero-accident culture.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.

Education

College degree

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms (WSF) invites applicants to join the Manager in Training (MIT) Program in Laurel, MS. This 12-month, structured program develops early talent into future leaders through plant operations, live production, and business rotations.

Candidates should have a college degree and be willing to relocate within the company footprint. 0–5 years of experience is acceptable as part of the entry pathway and growth through structured mentorship.