Perdue Farms
Director of Technical Services and Training
Perdue Farms, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Director of Technical Services and Training
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Director of Technical Services and Training
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Perdue Farms .
Overview The Director of Technical Services and Training serves as the technical expert and on-call support of all operations and management systems across the Niman Ranch Sow Farms.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure all team members adhere to all Niman Ranch production standards and expectations.
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for technology systems across the farms (Maximus Software, Ventilation systems, Nedap/Velos, Gestal, etc.). Manage, troubleshoot, and optimize where possible.
Develop, implement, training, documentation, and adherence to all standard operating procedures.
Manage gestation and lactation feed curve plans and body condition score optimization.
Lead safety initiatives and training as a role model.
Continually seek process improvement opportunities across the system.
Ensure nutrient management plan adherence at all farms.
Lead cross-training initiatives across the farm system.
Lead monthly on-site training programs; team- and individual-based.
Provide on-site support/back-up during periods of leadership transition at the farms.
Oversee gilt flows into Isolation Units and Sow Farms – inventory and health management, grading, age optimization, and records management.
Other duties as assigned by management/supervisor.
Minimum Education
B.S. degree in Animal Science or related field, with a minimum of five years’ experience in straw-bedded pork production system/farrowing unit, OR minimum of ten years’ experience in traditional pork production/farrowing unit.
Experience Requirements
Evidence of ability to lead by example, develop leadership strategies, implement and enforce SOPs, and manage a team of 2-4 people.
Bilingual – Spanish/English; both written and spoken.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to problem-solve, be a critical thinker, goal oriented, and a team player.
Travel requirement for this position: 50%.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Employment details
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Location: Kansas City, MO; Salary: $75,000.00-$85,000.00
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Director of Technical Services and Training
role at
Perdue Farms .
Overview The Director of Technical Services and Training serves as the technical expert and on-call support of all operations and management systems across the Niman Ranch Sow Farms.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure all team members adhere to all Niman Ranch production standards and expectations.
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for technology systems across the farms (Maximus Software, Ventilation systems, Nedap/Velos, Gestal, etc.). Manage, troubleshoot, and optimize where possible.
Develop, implement, training, documentation, and adherence to all standard operating procedures.
Manage gestation and lactation feed curve plans and body condition score optimization.
Lead safety initiatives and training as a role model.
Continually seek process improvement opportunities across the system.
Ensure nutrient management plan adherence at all farms.
Lead cross-training initiatives across the farm system.
Lead monthly on-site training programs; team- and individual-based.
Provide on-site support/back-up during periods of leadership transition at the farms.
Oversee gilt flows into Isolation Units and Sow Farms – inventory and health management, grading, age optimization, and records management.
Other duties as assigned by management/supervisor.
Minimum Education
B.S. degree in Animal Science or related field, with a minimum of five years’ experience in straw-bedded pork production system/farrowing unit, OR minimum of ten years’ experience in traditional pork production/farrowing unit.
Experience Requirements
Evidence of ability to lead by example, develop leadership strategies, implement and enforce SOPs, and manage a team of 2-4 people.
Bilingual – Spanish/English; both written and spoken.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to problem-solve, be a critical thinker, goal oriented, and a team player.
Travel requirement for this position: 50%.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Employment details
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Location: Kansas City, MO; Salary: $75,000.00-$85,000.00
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