The Wonderful Leadership Program is a full-time, two-year rotational program that offers the opportunity to expand your potential and become a leader at Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds. Throughout each rotation, the Wonderful Leader will launch and implement new projects that drive business productivity and improve department processes. They will also be exposed to a broad range of tasks per department needs, offering a cross-functional, company-wide experience that further develops leadership and problem-solving skills. Department rotations within the Wonderful Leadership Program include, but are not limited to: Preprocessing, Roasting, Packaging, Shipping, Harvest, Human Resources, and Supply Chain.
 Responsibilities within rotations:Operations ManagementAchieve production goals on time, in a safe and efficient manner;Manage standard work, within responsible zones to achieve production output and quality targets;Monitor scheduling dashboard frequently and make the necessary adjustments;Address downtime;Maintain and update production records and KPIs;Work on continuous improvements projects;Manage a crew of production workers;Lead and participate in daily startup meetings;Ensure crew and work area is operating at company safety standards;Create work schedules for the employees and coordinate with Time Department any changes;Attend pass down meetings and provide status updates;Assign employees to work areas per daily production needs;Manage employee performance, including performance reviews, disciplinary actions, attendance, etc.Interview, select and train new employees per department needs;Handle conflict resolution. Business AdministrationAnalyze data and create reports and key performance indicators;Attend daily meetings and provide updates to management;Communicate issues with stakeholders and customers;Negotiate with internal and external customers, advocating for the needs of the department;Explore business opportunities per company needs;Plan and execute special projects per continuous improvement efforts;Provide work direction to one or more technical or clerical staff or act as a team lead on designated projects or assignments;Conduct plant visits in assigned areas and promptly follow up with any questions or concerns presented by the employees;Provide guidance to employees regarding company’s procedures, trainings and progression opportunities. Supply ChainPrepare, analyze, and approve customer supply orders following good manufacturing practices and safety practices;Communicate directly with customers and sales team members at the corporate (wholesale/retail) level to resolve issues quickly;Assist all aspects of customer service department on an as needed basis;Act as a liaison between the company and the external customer, addressing issues and finding proper solutions per business needs;Execute shipping logistic plans per customer needs;Prepare and ensure proper documentation for each customer order;Master the use of the company’s technical platforms;Provide work direction to one or more technical or clerical staff or act as a team lead on designated projects or assignments;Collaborate with other departments to ensure in-time order completion and shipment.