Favorite Parts of Working in the Food Manufacturing Industry as a Chief of Staff
Kaylie, Chief of Staff at Kevin's Natural Foods, finds the fast-paced and challenging nature of food manufacturing rewarding, stating that "it's a different animal." The most fulfilling aspect of her role is witnessing "all the behind the scenes" work that contributes to producing healthy food for the nation, a factor that is a key driver in her career.
Food Manufacturing, Problem-Solving, Behind-the-Scenes, Executive/Leadership, Workplace Challenges
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Job Title
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Kaylie Layman
Chief of Staff
Kevin's Natural Foods
California State University, Stanislaus
Business Management & Admin
Food, Beverages & Alcohol
Human Resources (HR)
Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Kaylie's role involves overseeing all aspects of food manufacturing, from challenges and resolutions to the final product.
2. She highlights the unique pace and challenges of the food manufacturing industry compared to other sectors.
3. Kaylie finds satisfaction in contributing to a company that produces healthy food and the positive impact it has on many people.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your industry?
Food manufacturing is a different animal. I tell this to everyone who doesn't have experience in food manufacturing, but it's a different animal. It's a different pace of play.
It is challenging and very rewarding at the same time. I think what I enjoy the most is I get to see all the behind-the-scenes work. I get to see all the troubles, all the issues, and all of the resolutions that we put in place.
They all stem from this fantastic product that we're providing and manufacturing for the nation to eat healthy foods. It's really cool to see everything that goes into making something that is benefiting so many people.
We could be manufacturing things that aren't healthy, and it would still be great to see the fruits of your labor. But I think being in the "better for you" space in food manufacturing really drives me.