Career Leadership Program (Jan 2027)

Simmons Foods•Siloam Springs, AR

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a Salary Exempt position designed to create a pipeline of leaders ready for placement into Production Supervisor positions. The program is an intensive rotational development program with exposure to all areas of the Simmons business and extensive leadership development. Participants will gain hands-on experience in live operations across multiple poultry, pet food, and animal nutrition plants. They will also be exposed to other business aspects such as supply chain, sales, finance, and continuous improvement. The program includes classroom training, mentoring, and on-the-job coaching to develop leadership skills. Upon successful completion, graduates will be placed into a Production Supervisor role. The role involves leading team members, ensuring safety, coaching, motivating, and taking ownership of continuous improvement within their assigned production areas.

Requirements

Willingness to lead, take charge, and desire to take care of people.
Ability to read and write English.
Familiarity with computers and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
2 years of education with 2 years experience OR a Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of related experience.
Must be able to work in various temperatures.
Must be able to move about in a manufacturing environment and surrounding property.
As required by facility, use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience within a food processing organization.

Responsibilities

Complete six-month rotational assignments in live operations across multiple poultry, pet food, and animal nutrition plants.
Gain exposure to various business aspects including supply chain, sales, finance, and continuous improvement.
Participate in classroom training, mentoring, and on-the-job coaching for leadership development.
Take responsibility for special projects that drive innovation and continuous improvement.
Achieve goals and key business metrics throughout program placements.
Be evaluated, receive feedback, and coaching throughout the development program.
Upon graduation, be placed into a Production Supervisor role and be responsible for delivering product by leading team members.
Lead, coach, motivate, and ensure the safety of team members.
Take ownership of assigned production lines or areas and drive continuous improvement.
Participate as a member of the team, fostering cohesiveness and resolving issues.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.