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Job Overview: The Operations Management Trainee program will provide an extensive training experience surrounding the areas of Safety, Quality, and Business Operations.  The training rotation will last up to 2 years. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be provided an opportunity to move into a Supervisor or Manager role at one of our locations.   Key Tasks: - Work in different departments alongside supervisors and employees to learn, understand and positively impact production operations. - Partner with other managers to plan and direct the work of the organization. - Analyze and understand company reports related to efficiencies, profit, and inventory activity. - Manage daily production, yields, and downtime in assigned areas. - Identify trends and recommend proactive or remedial actions to address operational situations. - Understand governmental law, regulations, and company policies, procedures, and guidelines. - Work with and through management to develop and implement actions, policies or procedures that protect company assets and profitability. - Train and develop management skills while leading and motivating others. - Interpret, apply and/or enforce company policies, programs, rules, regulations, and safety requirements in support of departmental and corporate goals. - Actively engage in employee safety programs and activities to ensure safety in the workplace. - Foster an environment conducive to achieving continuous improvement. - Build strong teams and interact at all levels of the plant, including front line employees. - Attend or lead presentations, meetings, classes, or training and create projects or presentations; take tests if applicable. - Interact with vendors, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders as needed. NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

America’s Service Line, an American Foods Group Company, has an opportunity for a Senior Manager Safety and Compliance, with responsibility for managing and supporting its transportation safety and compliance programs.   As a Senior Manager Safety and Compliance you will: - Be responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and all regulatory agencies. Ensure overall compliance with state and federal regulations regarding the company's transportation and fleet operations including driver qualification files, hours of service, and DOT drug and alcohol program. Monitor changes in regulations and update policies and procedures accordingly. - Partner and select third party safety and compliance companies, where necessary, to maintain fleet regulatory compliance including driver qualification files, IFTA/IRP filings, DOT drug and alcohol testing, and training. - Identify and manage the development and implementation of comprehensive fleet safety programs and telematics to minimize accidents and injuries as well as monitor driver behavior and vehicle performance. - Leverage existing and emerging technologies that will streamline processes and increase efficiency. - Promote a positive safety culture that rewards and recognizes safe driving and working behaviors. - Oversee and implement company's accident and injury investigation process including coordination of reporting, investigation, documentation, and management. - Manage the successful adherence to FMCSA Safety Management System - Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Ensure system data is correct and file Data Qs as needed. Communicate results and trends to transportation leadership and work collaboratively to improve results. - Implement certification programs for drivers, ensuring they meet necessary qualifications and standards. - Provide performance reports on a regimented cadence and collaborate with Fleet Operations to identify drivers requiring additional training and education. - Work with operations and maintenance on fleet safety awareness, education, and incentive programs. - Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality. - NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Summary Seeking a dedicated and experienced training leader who will be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of all training programs at our beef harvest facility in Warren City, Missouri.  The training leader will be responsible for developing training materials, conducting hands-on training sessions, assessing training needs, and continuously improving training processes to enhance the skills and capabilities of our employees.   Training Program Management - Collaborate with Safety, Quality, and HR leadership to keep new hire training content up to date. - Sustain the Extreme Ownership by coaching and reinforcing the Laws of Combat and other desired behaviors. - Champion the Management Trainee and Supervisor Development Programs by partnering with the learning and development team and supporting the participants. - Subject Matter Expert (SME) and point of contact for any Alchemy training. - Partner with Learning and Development to implement training and initiatives. - Develop and maintain training materials, modules, and resources. Training Delivery - Oversee all training efforts, including new hires, cross-training, and leadership. - Observe and provide feedback to trainers, both positive and constructive. - Ensure training is an engaging and hands-on experience that uses in-person, technology, and on-the-job components. - Conduct training when a trainer is not available. Training Evaluation and Improvement - Ensure that knowledge checks are completed and passed. When not completed, arranges retesting. - Evaluate the training programs by collecting feedback from new hires after 30 days of training.  Using the feedback to make positive. - Review data to identify knowledge & skill gaps. - Create skill assessments to ensure new hires have the skills as well as the knowledge. - Foster a continuous improvement mindset with the team and the site, ensuring the training is the most effective it can be. Compliance and Documentation - Validate that all training activities align with industry regulations, company policies, and safety guidelines. - Maintain accurate and current training records, showing employee progress and certifications. - Ensure training programs meet and exceed compliance standards. Team Collaboration - Work cross-functionally with Operations, Safety, and QA.  Identify training needs and efficiently resolve the issues. - Partner with plant leadership in all departments to monitor and evaluate the quality of training programs. - NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Job Overview: The Operations Management Trainee program will provide an extensive training experience surrounding the areas of Safety, Quality, and Business Operations.  The training rotation will last up to 2 years. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be provided an opportunity to move into a Supervisor or Manager role at one of our locations.   Key Tasks: - Work in different departments alongside supervisors and employees to learn, understand and positively impact production operations. - Partner with other managers to plan and direct the work of the organization. - Analyze and understand company reports related to efficiencies, profit, and inventory activity. - Manage daily production, yields, and downtime in assigned areas. - Identify trends and recommend proactive or remedial actions to address operational situations. - Understand governmental law, regulations, and company policies, procedures, and guidelines. - Work with and through management to develop and implement actions, policies or procedures that protect company assets and profitability. - Train and develop management skills while leading and motivating others. - Interpret, apply and/or enforce company policies, programs, rules, regulations, and safety requirements in support of departmental and corporate goals. - Actively engage in employee safety programs and activities to ensure safety in the workplace. - Foster an environment conducive to achieving continuous improvement. - Build strong teams and interact at all levels of the plant, including front line employees. - Attend or lead presentations, meetings, classes, or training and create projects or presentations; take tests if applicable. - Interact with vendors, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders as needed. NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

American Foods Group, LLC has an opportunity for a Director of FSQA Supply Chain at our corporate office in Green Bay, WI.   Summary The Director of FSQA Supply Chain is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of supplier approval programs to ensure the safety and quality of food products sourced by the company. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including suppliers, regulatory agencies, and internal departments, to establish and maintain robust supplier approval processes. The Manager will also execute supplier audits, assess supplier compliance with food safety standards, conduct label approvals and reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and effective communication to collaborate with stakeholders. - Design and implement comprehensive supplier approval programs to evaluate the food safety and quality systems of potential suppliers. - Define criteria and standards for evaluating suppliers, including food safety certifications, adherence to regulatory requirements, and quality management practices. - Conduct onsite and/or supplier desk audits to assess compliance with food safety regulations, industry standards, and company requirements. - Perform risk assessments of suppliers and their products to identify potential hazards and develop mitigation strategies. - Monitor supplier performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and establish mechanisms for ongoing supplier evaluation. - Foster collaborative relationships with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to exchange information and address food safety concerns effectively. - Ensure that product labels comply with applicable regulations, including FDA, USDA, and other regulatory agencies, including nutritional analysis and verification of product labels as well as company policies and industry standards. - Coordinate the review and approval process for labeling changes, revisions, and updates, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and timely implementation. - Verify the accuracy of allergen declarations on product labels and review allergen control measures to prevent cross-contact during manufacturing. - Review product specifications, including ingredient lists, formulations, processing parameters, and packaging requirements, to ensure accuracy and completeness. - Collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain Work closely with sales, R&D, marketing, FSQA, and production teams to ensure consistent development and alignment of all demand and supply planning and facilitate the approval of labels in a timely manner. - Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of supplier approvals, audit findings, corrective actions, and compliance reports. Prepare regular reports for management and regulatory agencies as required. - Maintain accurate records of approved specifications, labeling artwork, ingredient statements, and other relevant documentation in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. - Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their knowledge as needed. - Keep abreast of changes in food safety regulations, labeling guidance, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to proactively adapt supplier approval processes and maintain compliance. - Responsible for other duties as assigned by manager. - NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

American Foods Group, LLC has an opportunity for a Recruiting Manager to join the team for our new state of the art AFG manufacturing facility in Wright City, Missouri.   Summary: The Recruiting Manager will be responsible for full cycle recruiting for the facility.  This role will work closely with operational management to develop and implement short and long-term strategies to ensure the organization has the workforce needed to successfully execute work both today and in the future. If you are an enthusiastic individual who is passionate about recruiting, can work independently, and provide excellent customer service with a successful recruiting track record, let’s talk! - Develop recruiting strategies and lead the recruiting team. - Actively lead and support all activities in the recruitment life cycle to include pro-actively sourcing candidates, screening, selecting, interviewing, offer management, administering pre-employment screening, onboarding, and hiring consistently per hiring policies and in accordance with affirmative action/EEO.  - Working closely with operations management, develop and implement AFG’s approach to recruiting; ensure recruiting needs are understood and effectively addressed. - Deliver an exceptional candidate experience - have a Human Resources mindset focusing on the delivery of a first-class candidate experience from initial contact to onboarding and through new hire orientation.  - Utilize the applicant tracking system (iCIMS) to maintain all job postings (internal and external) and candidate/applicant data for the entire recruitment, selection, and hire process.   - Conduct post offer processes and coordinate housing or lodging as needed. - Actively support AFG’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.” - Serve as company advocate; research, contact, and build rapport with agencies (community services, colleges, high schools, employment agencies, recruiters, etc.) to identify new talent, provide company information, opportunities, and benefits; make presentations and maintain rapport. - Improve organization attractiveness by recommending new policies and practices; monitoring job offers and compensation practices; emphasizing benefits and perks. - Attend and coordinate job fairs (onsite and off-site) to attract talent. - Attract candidates with social media other methods (job service, newspaper, online, radio, billboards, local publications, colleges, high schools, etc.). - Maintain recruiting reports (production staffing, interview, rehires, etc.).  - Continually seek innovative ways to attract new talent and build a pipeline of future talent. - Promote and drive succession development with areas of responsibility. - Serve as a backup for other HR leadership role whenever needed. - NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

American Foods Group has a unique opportunity for a Human Resources Manager to join our team at America’s Heartland Packing, in Wright City, Missouri.    Summary Drive plant results by translating plant operations and corporate human resources strategy into concrete actions and tangible outcomes. The primary functions of this position are to deliver the full range of HR services to plant management and employees, including recruitment, hiring, development, employee engagement and relations, and total rewards, as well as compliance with established human resource policies and systems, and applicable laws and regulations. Reports to Director Human Resources. - Strategically deliver all necessary HR services, programs and initiatives aligned with the plant’s business strategy and AFG’s Human Resources strategy.  Act as a business partner, strategic solution provider, advisor, and counselor for the plant leadership team. - Effectively manage, communicate, and build relationships with a culturally diverse workforce from plant hourly associates through the plant supervisory and management team. This relationship needs to be built on significant manufacturing floor presence by the Human Resources team.  As part of this relationship, partner with supervisors/managers in handling conflict resolution, corrective and disciplinary actions as well as assist in conducting workplace investigations. Follow “open door” policy.  Facilitate communications between English and Spanish speaking employees, both verbal and written. - Partner with all levels of plant leadership to focus on employee engagement and retention efforts.  Be an internal champion for maintaining a plant team effort to positively affect employee turnover. Drive the talent acquisition and training/development process. - Develop a culture of continuous improvement. Coach HR staff to look for improvements in processes for both efficiency and results.  Continuously review and evaluate all HR services looking for improvements in consistency, compliance, efficiency and employee retention. - Manage and maintain legal and company compliance in all HR departmental activities including plant recruitment and hiring steps, I-9 verification, safety and health services reporting (where applicable), training programs, and various reporting requirements.  Serve as general advisor on state, federal, and local employment law and government regulations.  Specifically, ensure facility compliance with governmental regulations, such as: Affirmative Action (AAPs), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), etc.  Oversee benefits administration. - Promote and drive succession development with areas of responsibility. - NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Job Overview: The Operations Management Trainee program will provide an extensive training experience surrounding the areas of Safety, Quality, and Business Operations.  The training rotation will last up to 2 years. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be provided an opportunity to move into a Supervisor or Manager role at one of our locations.   Key Tasks: - Work in different departments alongside supervisors and employees to learn, understand and positively impact production operations. - Partner with other managers to plan and direct the work of the organization. - Analyze and understand company reports related to efficiencies, profit, and inventory activity. - Manage daily production, yields, and downtime in assigned areas. - Identify trends and recommend proactive or remedial actions to address operational situations. - Understand governmental law, regulations, and company policies, procedures, and guidelines. - Work with and through management to develop and implement actions, policies or procedures that protect company assets and profitability. - Train and develop management skills while leading and motivating others. - Interpret, apply and/or enforce company policies, programs, rules, regulations, and safety requirements in support of departmental and corporate goals. - Actively engage in employee safety programs and activities to ensure safety in the workplace. - Foster an environment conducive to achieving continuous improvement. - Build strong teams and interact at all levels of the plant, including front line employees. - Attend or lead presentations, meetings, classes, or training and create projects or presentations; take tests if applicable. - Interact with vendors, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders as needed. NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

American Foods Group, LLC has an opportunity for a Hides Supervisor to join the team for our new AFG manufacturing facility in Wright City, Missouri.   As our Hides Supervisor you will: - Provide leadership and oversee the day-to-day hide operations (leads and hourly production employees).  Interface routinely with peers.  Reports to Director of Operations - Harvest. - Develop and implement operational strategies to maximize productivity, efficiency, and quality in hide operations (hanging, trimming, inspecting, storing, loading hides or skins).  - Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, laws, and industry standards related to hides operations.  - Be responsible for crewing, scheduling, work quality, productivity, and employee training in assigned areas.  - Be responsible for safety and housekeeping and for proper operation of equipment.  - Accountable for ensuring that all health and safety policies and regulations are enforced, by reporting policy infractions to HR and being involved with taking appropriate disciplinary actions. Perform accident investigations.  - Participate in plant management and operational meetings and conduct line meetings.  - Conduct line meetings.  - Update, maintain, and implement documents, records, or product specifications.  - Conduct employment actions in accordance with EEO/AA guidelines (hire, selection, promotion, demotion, transfer, termination, etc.).  - Evaluate department work performance and take corrective action. Take disciplinary or termination action in accordance with company standard practices and procedures.  - Perform SQF checks for all areas to assure all assignments are being completed; constantly monitor all departments for cleanliness and ensure that product contamination is kept to a minimum.  - Verify labor hours (Kronos) to ensure all department crewing and payroll report accuracy.   - Use Kronos reporting information to establish crewing shortages in departments.  - Run report(s) and complete/distribute Supervisors reports.  - Promote and drive succession development with areas of responsibility. - NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

American Foods Group, LLC has an opportunity for a Harvest Manager to join the team for our new AFG manufacturing facility in Wright City, Missouri.   Summary: Oversee the harvest floor and all aspects of production from set up to yields, quality, employee safety, food safety, volume, costs, claims, turnover, absenteeism, and training of supervisors. This position requires an essential understanding and control of the production process, accurate record keeping, and general line maintenance, and staffing.    As our Harvest Manager you will: - Be responsible for providing leadership and ensure execution of departmental business plans in the Harvest area.  Interface routinely with peers.  Reports to Director of Operations - Harvest. - Oversee production operations (Leads and hourly production employees) to provide for day-to-day control of assigned department activities according to prescribed schedules, priorities, operation sequence, and processing specifications.  - Be responsible for crewing, scheduling, work quality, productivity, and employee training in assigned areas.  - Be responsible for safety and housekeeping and for proper operation of equipment.  - Accountable for ensuring that all health and safety policies and regulations are enforced, by reporting policy infractions to HR and being involved with taking appropriate disciplinary actions. Perform accident investigations.  - Participate in plant management and operational meetings and conduct line meetings. - Update, maintain, and implement documents, records, or product specifications.  - Conduct employment actions in accordance with EEO/AA guidelines (hire, selection, promotion, demotion, transfer, termination, etc.).  - Evaluate department work performance and take corrective action. Take disciplinary or termination action in accordance with company standard practices and procedures.  - Coordinate material flow through various stages of assigned departments and with other departments.  - Suggest and/or develop improved processes and production methods.  - Perform SQF checks for all areas to assure all assignments are being completed; constantly monitor all departments for cleanliness and ensure that product contamination is kept to a minimum.  - Verify labor hours (Kronos) to ensure all department crewing and payroll report accuracy.    - Use Kronos reporting information to establish crewing shortages in departments.  - Run report(s) and complete/distribute Supervisors reports.  - Promote and drive succession development with areas of responsibility. - NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.