Midwest Livestock Systems, LLC
Dairy Project Manager
Midwest Livestock Systems, LLC, Zumbrota, Minnesota, United States, 55992
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and technically skilled Dairy Project Manager to work with our Sales and Installation teams to successfully complete milking system installations on dairy farms. In this role, you will coordinate with our project team, dairy farmers, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure project completion on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and safety.
Job Description This is a hands‑on position ideal for someone with a background in dairy service, agricultural equipment, mechanical or electrical systems, and project coordination. We are seeking an energetic and motivated individual. Reports To: Dairy Division General Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Works closely with our Project Team within the full project lifecycle of installation from site assessment to commissioning.
Fully understands project plans and specifications and provides direction.
Maintains project schedules, budgets, and documentation with the project team.
Works ahead of the project to drive project coordination, manage deadlines.
Manages project inventory so nothing falls through the cracks, including reviewing inventory deliveries for accurate orders and quality control—this will ensure there are no delays due to project inventory issues.
Learn and fully utilize the internal company software system for efficiency.
Lead on‑site team of subcontractors, ensuring adherence to plans and safety protocols, as directed.
Recruit potential additional subcontractors.
Coordinate with vendors—delivery, setup and testing of systems.
Work with the Key Accounts Manager, Location Manager and Project Lead to ensure the customer receives necessary information, updates and issues are resolved.
Support the Key Accounts Manager in ensuring timely and accurate purchase orders, bill payment approvals, and invoices.
Assist the Install team, as needed.
Work with Project team management to ensure all work complies with industry standards, manufacturer guidelines, and local regulations.
Attend farm project meetings.
Train farm staff on the use and maintenance of newly installed systems, as needed.
Provide post‑installation support and troubleshooting, as needed.
Oversee the organization of project inventory on the farm and determine returns to vendor and restocks upon completion of project.
Work with the hygiene team to establish the hygiene business upon start up.
Willing to learn milking system updates and troubleshoot to assist the Service team as needed.
Travel required depending on project location; projects will be based out of the Zumbrota, Menomonie and Renner locations.
Qualifications (Skills Required)
Experience as a dairy technician in service or installation, preferred.
Agriculture or Dairy milking equipment experience, preferred.
Bi‑lingual (Spanish), preferred.
Strong communication skills, written and oral.
Superior organization and coordination skills.
Attention to detail.
Knowledgeable with MS Office suite, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, OneNote, Adobe.
Experience with RFIs, correspondence.
Driven with the ability to work without direct supervision.
Proficient reading and understanding blueprints and drawings.
Be able to manage customer expectations.
Strong decision making and problem‑solving abilities.
Able to work well under pressure and manage stressful situations with ease.
Ability to work as a positive member of the MLS team fostering quality working relationships with other MLS team members.
Education / Experience 2‑ or 4‑year degree, preferred; High school diploma or GED equivalent; or 3 years’ experience in dairy installation or service.
Physical Demands Lift and carry; Stand constantly 10 lbs. or less; Walk constantly 11‑20 lbs.; Sit occasionally 21‑50 lbs.; Handling/fingering constantly 51‑100 lbs.; Reach outward constantly over 100 lbs.; Reach above shoulder frequently; Push/Pull; Climb frequently with 12 lbs. or less; Crawl not applicable; Squat or kneel frequently 26‑40 lbs.; Bend constantly 41‑100 lbs.; Activity not applicable to this occupation; Occupation requires activity up to 33% of time occasionally; from 33% to 66% frequently; more than 66% constantly.
Company Description Midwest Livestock is committed to delivering high‑quality products. Our customers trust us to bring the best equipment, systems, supplies and replacement parts to their swine, dairy and poultry barns. Breadth and depth of high‑quality products are just the starting point when you work with Midwest Livestock. Our experienced team is ready to assist you personally with your swine, poultry, and dairy needs. We treat all customer interactions with the same high level of care and attention to detail from designing a new barn or remodel project to servicing dairy producers’ parlors and milking equipment. You can count on us to deliver your products and parts on time. We work hard to earn your business and will earn your trust to be a partner in your operation. We are ready to serve you with the care and hustle that only Midwest Livestock can offer. Our product specialists will listen to your needs and offer a solution.
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Job Description This is a hands‑on position ideal for someone with a background in dairy service, agricultural equipment, mechanical or electrical systems, and project coordination. We are seeking an energetic and motivated individual. Reports To: Dairy Division General Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Works closely with our Project Team within the full project lifecycle of installation from site assessment to commissioning.
Fully understands project plans and specifications and provides direction.
Maintains project schedules, budgets, and documentation with the project team.
Works ahead of the project to drive project coordination, manage deadlines.
Manages project inventory so nothing falls through the cracks, including reviewing inventory deliveries for accurate orders and quality control—this will ensure there are no delays due to project inventory issues.
Learn and fully utilize the internal company software system for efficiency.
Lead on‑site team of subcontractors, ensuring adherence to plans and safety protocols, as directed.
Recruit potential additional subcontractors.
Coordinate with vendors—delivery, setup and testing of systems.
Work with the Key Accounts Manager, Location Manager and Project Lead to ensure the customer receives necessary information, updates and issues are resolved.
Support the Key Accounts Manager in ensuring timely and accurate purchase orders, bill payment approvals, and invoices.
Assist the Install team, as needed.
Work with Project team management to ensure all work complies with industry standards, manufacturer guidelines, and local regulations.
Attend farm project meetings.
Train farm staff on the use and maintenance of newly installed systems, as needed.
Provide post‑installation support and troubleshooting, as needed.
Oversee the organization of project inventory on the farm and determine returns to vendor and restocks upon completion of project.
Work with the hygiene team to establish the hygiene business upon start up.
Willing to learn milking system updates and troubleshoot to assist the Service team as needed.
Travel required depending on project location; projects will be based out of the Zumbrota, Menomonie and Renner locations.
Qualifications (Skills Required)
Experience as a dairy technician in service or installation, preferred.
Agriculture or Dairy milking equipment experience, preferred.
Bi‑lingual (Spanish), preferred.
Strong communication skills, written and oral.
Superior organization and coordination skills.
Attention to detail.
Knowledgeable with MS Office suite, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, OneNote, Adobe.
Experience with RFIs, correspondence.
Driven with the ability to work without direct supervision.
Proficient reading and understanding blueprints and drawings.
Be able to manage customer expectations.
Strong decision making and problem‑solving abilities.
Able to work well under pressure and manage stressful situations with ease.
Ability to work as a positive member of the MLS team fostering quality working relationships with other MLS team members.
Education / Experience 2‑ or 4‑year degree, preferred; High school diploma or GED equivalent; or 3 years’ experience in dairy installation or service.
Physical Demands Lift and carry; Stand constantly 10 lbs. or less; Walk constantly 11‑20 lbs.; Sit occasionally 21‑50 lbs.; Handling/fingering constantly 51‑100 lbs.; Reach outward constantly over 100 lbs.; Reach above shoulder frequently; Push/Pull; Climb frequently with 12 lbs. or less; Crawl not applicable; Squat or kneel frequently 26‑40 lbs.; Bend constantly 41‑100 lbs.; Activity not applicable to this occupation; Occupation requires activity up to 33% of time occasionally; from 33% to 66% frequently; more than 66% constantly.
Company Description Midwest Livestock is committed to delivering high‑quality products. Our customers trust us to bring the best equipment, systems, supplies and replacement parts to their swine, dairy and poultry barns. Breadth and depth of high‑quality products are just the starting point when you work with Midwest Livestock. Our experienced team is ready to assist you personally with your swine, poultry, and dairy needs. We treat all customer interactions with the same high level of care and attention to detail from designing a new barn or remodel project to servicing dairy producers’ parlors and milking equipment. You can count on us to deliver your products and parts on time. We work hard to earn your business and will earn your trust to be a partner in your operation. We are ready to serve you with the care and hustle that only Midwest Livestock can offer. Our product specialists will listen to your needs and offer a solution.
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