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Wayne-Sanderson Farms

Wayne-Sanderson Farms

Nation's third-largest poultry producer

Assistant HR Manager

Full-TimeDeadline 10/1/26
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
McComb, MS, USA
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About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or another related field from an accredited institution; a combination of education and experience may substitute for the degree.
  • At least five years of progressive human resources experience.
  • At least one year of experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including knowledge of timekeeping requirements, policy adherence, and conflict resolution, with the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize.
  • Ability to work effectively with others while exercising tact, discretion, and a high level of confidentiality.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook, for formatting reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and graphics.
  • Ability to work non-standard hours, including holidays, weekends, or extended shifts, when needed.
  • Ability to frequently sit for long periods while using office equipment or computers.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
  • Ability to follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs, including wearing required protective equipment where mandatory.
Responsibilities
  • Provide direction to the HR team to ensure staffing, regulatory processes, employee relations, organizational development, and related HR initiatives are implemented and maintained in support of company objectives.
  • Provide coaching and guidance to leaders and front-line personnel on conflict resolution so disputes are handled fairly and in compliance with company guidelines and applicable laws and regulations.
  • Drive recruitment, selection, and succession-planning strategies for internal customers.
  • Manage the salaried recruiting process, including sourcing and screening qualified candidates, explaining duties and work environment, scheduling and participating in interviews, and recommending the best candidate for each opening.
  • Initiate job offers for successful candidates and ensure the human resources management system-generated or manual offer letter is signed and uploaded into Workday at the time of hire.
  • Provide human resources training on performance counseling and employee-relations issues.
  • Counsel and guide managers on performance-management measures; assist with corrective-action memos and other documentation; attend or conduct corrective-action sessions and follow up as necessary.
  • Lead functional and business initiatives involving engagement, diversity, talent management, training, and change management, partnering with internal departments to implement and sustain them.
  • Mentor, coach, train, and cross-train employees while encouraging career development and providing feedback on strengths and improvement areas.
  • Identify and communicate process-improvement opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with union-negotiated agreements and research employee complaints and grievances, taking appropriate action for resolution when required.
  • Follow and promote safety initiatives, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment in mandatory areas, to help maintain a zero-accident culture.
  • Supervise a team of exempt and non-exempt administrative personnel.
  • Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional certification such as Professional in Human Resources, Senior Professional in Human Resources, or Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional.
  • Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
  • Experience with a human capital management system such as Workday.
  • Ability to communicate in multiple languages.

About the company

Wayne-Sanderson Farms

Wayne-Sanderson Farms

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Wayne-Sanderson Farms is a large poultry producer that raises and processes chicken for retail, foodservice, and other customers. It operates 23 facilities across Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Texas, and employs more than 26,000 people. It offers a broad portfolio of brands, including WAYNE FARMS, SANDERSON FARMS, COVINGTON FARMS, PLATINUM HARVEST, CHEF’S CRAFT, and NAKED TRUTH, with both fresh and further-processed chicken. The company focuses on affordable, high-quality poultry and emphasizes integrity and responsible farm and workplace practices to serve customers and communities.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oakwood, Georgia

Founded

2022

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What believers are saying

  • July 2025 Harrison Poultry deal added 1,000 employees and nearly 400 million pounds capacity.
  • May 2026 Mississippi State feed mill partnership strengthens recruitment, research ties, and brand visibility.
  • August 2026 safety awards across 18 facilities signal operational discipline and lower incident risk.

What critics are saying

  • January 2025 DOJ said Wayne-Sanderson violated its Agri Stats consent decree.
  • Agri Stats litigation can trigger stricter monitoring, injunctions, and costly compliance changes by 2026.
  • A future DOJ remedy restricting benchmarking data would cripple pricing intelligence across poultry operations.

What makes Wayne-Sanderson Farms unique

  • Vertically integrated third-largest U.S. poultry producer, spanning feed, hatchery, processing, and transport.
  • July 2025 Harrison Poultry acquisition deepens Georgia footprint and broadens halal, international brands.
  • 2026 leadership promotions centralize supply chain and operations under Kevin McDaniel.

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Health Insurance

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Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Company News

Poultry Producer
Jul 28th, 2025
Wayne-Sanderson Farms Acquires Harrison Poultry, Expanding Its Footprint in Georgia - Poultry Producer

Wayne-Sanderson Farms, one of the largest vertically integrated poultry producers in the U.S., has announced the acquisition of Harrison Poultry, solidifying its presence in Georgia and expanding operational capacity across […]

PR Newswire
Jan 19th, 2025
Wayne-Sanderson Farms Seeks Relief From Court Against Recent Actions By The U.S. Department Of Justice

OAKWOOD, Ga., Jan. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wayne-Sanderson Farms today filed its own motion seeking clarity and relief from the court that its participation in the industry-standard Agri Stats subscription service is lawful and permitted. This was necessitated by unprecedented actions taken by the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. At 2:15 a.m. Saturday morning, the Division filed a motion seeking to declare the Company in violation of the Consent Decree and to force the Company to abandon its longstanding use of the industry benchmarking service Agri Stats

PR Newswire
Jun 4th, 2024
Sanderson Farms Brand Debuts Industry-First Artificial Intelligence Chicken Chatbot Tool

Latest Innovation by Wayne-Sanderson Farms Brand Enhances Online Customer ServiceOAKWOOD, Ga., June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- What if instead of having to search online for ideas on what to do with the fresh chicken in the fridge, consumers could ask the experts at Sanderson Farms® for specially-crafted recipes and inspiration for their next meal? This is where the revolutionary new artificial intelligence (AI) Chicken ChatBot comes in. Affectionally known as "Sandy" and powered by OpenAI's API for ChatGPT, consumers can start a chat on the Sanderson Farms website for quick cooking tips, fast recipe finds, helpful serving suggestions, and more. Meet Sandy our new chatbot. "We are proud to introduce Sandy, the first-ever chicken chatbot tool, to answer just about any question as it relates to recipes and cooking tips," said Hilary Burroughs, Vice President of Marketing for Wayne-Sanderson Farms. "We hope consumers find Sandy to be polite, witty and helpful, just like a good friend, to discuss all things chicken."When visiting the Sanderson Farms website, consumers will be prompted to start a chat with Sandy to answer their chicken queries. Sandy is equipped to share delicious chicken recipes based on the unique details provided, and can make recommendations for specific dietary needs and preferences, like gluten-free, Keto, and low-fat