Operations Leadership Trainee - 2-Year Pathways

Perdue Farms; Accomac (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Transition bonus

Relocation assistance

Mentorship and leadership development

Job summary

Perdue Foods invites motivated candidates to join the Operations Management Trainee Pathways program starting in June 2027. This 24-month leadership development journey includes structured rotations, mentorship, and hands-on projects to prepare you for future supervisory roles in our operations.

In year one, you’ll rotate through key operations, learn safety, quality, and production planning, and build leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA 3.0
• Bachelor’s degree completed within 24 months of program start
• Willing to rotate 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured rotations across operational areas to learn end-to-end plant operations
• Support safety, food safety, quality, sanitation, and regulatory compliance
• Assist with training, coaching, and leadership development as the program progresses
• Communicate updates and project results to leadership and cross-functional partners

Skills

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Engineering/Science focus

Tools

Microsoft applications

AutoCAD

Job description

Perdue Foods invites motivated candidates to join the Operations Management Trainee Pathways program starting in June 2027. This 24-month leadership development journey includes structured rotations, mentorship, and hands-on projects to prepare you for future supervisory roles in our operations.

In year one, you’ll rotate through key operations, learn safety, quality, and production planning, and build leadership skills.