Management Trainee Program – Agricultural Operations Management

Job Description

Live Operations Management Trainee | Mountaire Farms

The Tone:
This is a 6-month structured management trainee program at Mountaire Farms, an agricultural food production and processing company with facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Mountaire Farms is the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, known for its family-owned culture and vertical integration. This role is crucial for developing future leaders by providing comprehensive, hands-on experience across key business areas. Upon successful completion, trainees will be placed into available full-time positions, contributing to the company’s vision of growth, stability, and high-quality chicken production.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Multi-location (DE & NC)

• Mission: Develop future leaders by providing hands-on experience in key areas of our business.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Gain practical experience across various business functions and end-to-end operations.
• Understand operational workflows and business processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to strategic business initiatives in collaboration with department leaders.
• Develop and present a capstone project addressing a key business challenge to senior leadership.
• Foster relationships with colleagues at all levels and actively engage in the company’s culture.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level position for recent graduates holding a Bachelor’s degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture Science, or a closely related field.
• Experience: No specific prior work experience is required; a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment is essential for success in this rotational program.
• Skills: Demonstrated strong analytical capabilities, effective problem-solving approaches, and clear communication skills are necessary. The ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment and a proactive approach with a high degree of ownership and accountability are also critical for this role.
• Bonus: A strong, genuine interest in pursuing a career path in management and leadership within the agricultural food production industry is highly valued. The role also requires a willingness to travel between company facilities located in Delaware and North Carolina throughout the program duration.