Operations Leadership Trainee — Rotational Program

Mountaire Farms; Selbyville (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountaire Farms invites graduates to join its Management Trainee Program, a structured 6-month rotational experience designed to develop future leaders. Trainees rotate through Live Operations, Processing, Sales, HR, Accounting, IT, Transportation, Procurement and other support departments, finishing with a capstone project presented to senior leadership.

The program starts two cohorts annually, in January and June, with potential for full-time opportunities upon successful completion.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture Science or related field.
• Strong interest in a career in management and leadership.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• A proactive approach to work with a high degree of ownership and accountability.
• Must be willing to travel to different facilities throughout the program (DE & NC).

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands‑on training across multiple business functions
• Engage with cross‑functional teams to understand operational workflows and business processes
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify and work on strategic business initiatives
• Design, develop, and present a capstone project to senior leadership
• Build relationships with employees at all levels and actively participate in the business culture
• Attend leadership and development workshops to enhance personal and professional skills
• Complete weekly, semi‑monthly, and monthly reports as required
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership potential

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ownership & accountability

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture Science or related field

Job description

Mountaire Farms invites graduates to join its Management Trainee Program, a structured 6-month rotational experience designed to develop future leaders. Trainees rotate through Live Operations, Processing, Sales, HR, Accounting, IT, Transportation, Procurement and other support departments, finishing with a capstone project presented to senior leadership.

The program starts two cohorts annually, in January and June, with potential for full-time opportunities upon successful completion.