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Department Purpose and Contribution to Company Objectives
The Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) department at Oscar Mayer aims to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered, regardless of background or identity. Guided by the company’s core values; Passion, Fun, Accountability, Communication, and Integrity, the team works to foster a culture of belonging and enhance representation across all levels. D&I efforts support company objectives by ensuring policies and practices align with a diverse workforce and are effectively communicated across all Oscar Mayer sites.
Team Culture and Dynamics
The D&I team values meaningful, transparent collaboration and is always ready to support various parts of the business. Team members engage in open dialogue, work together to drive positive change, and embrace the opportunity to build strong cross-departmental relationships.
A Day in the Life
A typical day includes translating materials into multiple languages, supporting employee resource groups (ERGs), engaging with staff on-site to hear their concerns, and implementing the D&I strategy. The team also works closely with other departments to ensure inclusivity is embedded across the business.
Key Challenges
Challenges include overcoming cultural and language differences, addressing resistance to change, navigating site-specific cultures, managing competing priorities, and overcoming communication silos. The team addresses these by fostering trust and maintaining open lines of communication with staff at all levels.
Expectations from New Hires in the Diversity and Inclusion Department
You should be empathetic, emotionally intelligent, resilient, and skilled in navigating sensitive conversations. You must be able to demonstrate a commitment to systemic change and collaboration. You will learn about Oscar Mayer’s mission and values, identify areas for D&I improvement, and attend relevant training to build their expertise.