What are the responsibilities and job description for the PEAK Production Manager - Bull Management position at PEAK?
Primary Objectives
JOB DESCRIPTION
PEAK Genetics has an opportunity to join our production team as a Production Manager to develop and manage the Bull Housing team to meet key performance indicators in livestock management and high-quality semen production. This position will be responsible for providing leadership to the Bull Housing Supervisors and their staff carrying out all activities related to performance management, livestock management, semen collection, facility & equipment operation and maintenance at their production facility.
Location: This position is located in Shawano, WI.
Primary Responsibilities
PEAK is the source of superior genetics to the URUS brands and the world. PEAK develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. PEAK people are in multiple countries and locations and have an extensive level of expertise, including genetics, operations, research, and data management.
PEAK has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.
JOB DESCRIPTION
PEAK Genetics has an opportunity to join our production team as a Production Manager to develop and manage the Bull Housing team to meet key performance indicators in livestock management and high-quality semen production. This position will be responsible for providing leadership to the Bull Housing Supervisors and their staff carrying out all activities related to performance management, livestock management, semen collection, facility & equipment operation and maintenance at their production facility.
Location: This position is located in Shawano, WI.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead staff in order to efficiently and effectively carry out all activities for livestock management and semen collection
- Provide leadership and training to ensure animal welfare and safety compliance
- Work with the support division to recruit, train, manage and retain staff
- Create and facilitate communication that fosters teamwork amongst the livestock staff
- Provide training and feedback to staff regarding performance and efficiencies of semen production through KPI’s
- Plan and coordinate animal location on site with appropriate staff
- Develop and comply with nutrient management plans for manure removal
- Prepare annual operating and capital expenditure budgets for all areas of responsibility
- Ensure all livestock and business operations performed conform with local, state health and safety regulations
- Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, or Agriculture Science is desirable
- Strong leadership, organizational and planning skills (operational and financial)
- Motivated and able to influence others to achieve high level goals
- Previous experience in building and managing team’s
- Comfortable working with livestock and large animals
- Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment as well as possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Willingness to develop and grow both personally and professionally
PEAK is the source of superior genetics to the URUS brands and the world. PEAK develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. PEAK people are in multiple countries and locations and have an extensive level of expertise, including genetics, operations, research, and data management.
PEAK has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.
