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Perdue Farms · 1 month ago

Engineering Management Trainee

Perry, GA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

Perdue Farms is a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business focused on becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins. They are seeking future leaders for their Engineering Management Trainee position through the Pathways Program, which offers hands-on training and development in operations management over a 24-month period. Participants will gain exposure to various engineering functions and have the opportunity to transition into a Project Manager or Engineer role upon successful completion of the program.

Food and Beverage

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop an understanding of key elements of project management, technical engineering and engineering work process

Works with cross functional team to support and serve the business. Gather broader business acumen

Acquires knowledge to include administrative functions, manpower reports, disciplinary procedures, budget, production processes and requirements while contributing ideas and recommendations for continuous improvement

Develops an understanding of the team process using the criteria: establishing common mission/goals of all team members; providing clear role definition of team members; encouraging shared accountabilities; implementing effective team procedures and processes, giving and receiving feedback, problem solving, decision making, employing coaching and effective communications; ensuring team “spirit”; and providing recognition for team accomplishments

Implements the policies of the Quality Improvement Process with the team/department

Develops self-awareness and consistently applies best practices in communications, emotional intelligence, integrity, and exhibits other Perdue values

Rotates through various functions in fresh or cook plants which may include the Hatchery, Feed Mill, Live Production, Live Haul, Wastewater, Accounting, Human Resources, Receiving, Dressing, Evisceration, Giblet Packing, Grading, Cut Up, Stretch Bag, Deboning, 28 Degree Cooler, Box Room, Weight/Price/Label and Shipping departments

Completes projects related to cost-reduction or improved performance

Attends learning events/activities including on-ground classes, web-based instruction, and e-learning platforms

Travel to Perdue sites to work with Project Managers/Engineers

Qualification

AutoCADProject managementLeadership potentialTeamworkCommunication skillsProblem solvingEmotional intelligence

Required

Completed Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university within 24 months of the Pathways program starting

Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Must be at least 18 years old

Must be willing to work a rotation of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift and weekends

GPA of 3.0 or higher

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work well within a team setting, as well as independently

Preferred

Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Production Management, Business or Business Administration, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Agriculture

AutoCAD experience

Project management experience

Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to work well both independently and as part of an engineering team

Benefits

Participation in up to two (2) Regional Trainings with fellow Pathways participants. Events include career development, social activities, philanthropic events, company tours, and senior leadership interaction.

Competitive starting salary, with pay increases following 6 and 12 months of tenure.

Comprehensive benefit package also includes: transition bonus and relocation.

2nd year benefits include: Refining leadership skills, enhanced learning opportunities, personalized career mapping, and dedicated mentorship.