Wonderful Leadership Program- Leader Trainee

POM Wonderful; Del Rey (CA); On-site; USD 63,900 - 78,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Wellness programs

Career development

Mentorship

Community service

Job summary

POM Wonderful invites graduates to join the Wonderful Leadership Program as Leader Trainee, a full‑time, two‑year rotation designed to develop future leaders. You will contribute to production, administration, and continuous improvement initiatives across a CA footprint, with hands‑on project work and leadership exposure.

Rotations occur at our Del Rey, CA facility, including a six‑month on-site assignment in Buttonwillow, CA.

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree from a four‑year college.
• Experience in food manufacturing, supply chain, or operational leadership.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and continuous improvement focus.
• Proven written and verbal presentation skills with the ability to use data for storytelling.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Intermediate mathematical skills; knowledge of statistics is desirable.
• Must be available to work in person in Buttonwillow, CA for up to six months.

Responsibilities

• Production – preprocess, package, and ship products; manage production workers; maintain standard work; achieve production output and quality targets; perform beverage production and packaging.
• Business Administration – collaborate with department management to identify, define, and document business needs; lead small clerical or technical teams; participate in and lead problem‑solving activities using the PDCA method.
• General – provide day‑to‑day direction of employees; ensure compliance with company policies, GMPs, and safety requirements; cultivate continuous improvement activities; manage 5S; promote a safe working environment; utilize teamwork and leadership skills to complete company projects and meet deadlines.

Skills

Problem solving

Data storytelling

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (4-year)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double‑bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate‑blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our hand‑picked pomegranates.

Wonderful Leadership Program – Leader Trainee

The program is a full‑time, two‑year rotational experience that offers recent university graduates the opportunity to expand their potential and become future leaders at POM Wonderful. Throughout each rotation, the Leader Trainee will launch and implement new projects that significantly drive business productivity and improve department processes. Rotations will occur at our Del Rey, CA facility, with a required six‑month on‑site assignment at Buttonwillow, CA.

Responsibilities

• Production – preprocess, package, and ship products; manage production workers; maintain standard work; achieve production output and quality targets; perform beverage production and packaging.
• Business Administration – collaborate with department management to identify, define, and document business needs; lead small clerical or technical teams; participate in and lead problem‑solving activities using the PDCA method.
• General – provide day‑to‑day direction of employees; ensure compliance with company policies, GMPs, and safety requirements; cultivate continuous improvement activities; manage 5S; promote a safe working environment; utilize teamwork and leadership skills to complete company projects and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree from a four‑year college.
• Experience in food manufacturing, supply chain, or operational leadership.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and continuous improvement focus.
• Proven written and verbal presentation skills with the ability to use data for storytelling.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Intermediate mathematical skills; knowledge of statistics is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Must be available to work in person in Buttonwillow, CA for up to six months.

What We’re Looking For

• Natural leader with a collaborative mindset.
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable to change.
• Capable of managing and motivating teams.
• Comfortable working evenings and weekends during peak season (Sept–Dec).
• Committed to a long‑term leadership path in food and beverage manufacturing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $71,000 plus a program end bonus.
• Health, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k) with employer match.
• Wellness programs: 24/7 online physician consultations, virtual mental health resources, life coaching, employee community groups, cash rewards for healthy habits, fitness reimbursement, and on‑demand fitness videos.
• Career advancement opportunities and internal mobility.
• Focused learning and development resources, including leadership training and eLearning courses.
• Mentorship program and continuous improvement training.
• Participation in Wonderful Giving and Wonderful Neighbor community service projects.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected category. EEO is the law. For more information about our equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives, visit csr.wonderful.com.