Assistant Operations Manager

University of Wisconsin Madison
$66,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Jan 08, 2025
Job Summary: The Meat Plant Assistant Operations Manager will assist in managing plant operations, as the Meat Science & Animal Biologics Discovery (MSABD) USDA-inspected plant continues to grow in its research, teaching, extension, and production capacity. This individual will help oversee, lead, and participate in day-to-day operations, company projects, teaching and research projects, and help with extension demonstrations in the plant. They will also provide training for individuals entering the plant, or undergraduates starting as student workers in the facility. They will help with production planning and execution, as well as enforcing food safety practices and plant GMPs. Responsibilities: Provides technical expertise, budget oversight, and/or staff supervision for a client-based research program to advance research. 15% Assists with the design, monitoring, and execution of project-specific experiments. Identifies and resolves technical issues 15% May direct the day-to-day activities of staff and resolve routine personnel issues 10% Develops and facilitates research specific presentations to internal and external audiences 15% Serves as a subject matter expert and unit liaison. Provides updates on project components and timelines to stakeholders as needed 15% Develops operating policies and procedures to comply with regulations, institutional policies, and unit objectives 10% Assists with the development and auditing of project-specific budgets 10% Helps manage the food safety HACCP Plan for MSABD USDA inspected plant 10% Perform microbiological testing of processing plant and products; maintain records of results Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required Bachelor's Degree Preferred Master's Degree Qualifications: Required -Good organizational, management, and office skills. (Examples may include-Time Management, Communication, Setting Goals, Delegation, Working Under Pressure, Self-motivation, Analytical Thinking, Other relevant examples) -Demonstrated experience handling, compiling, and organizing data in a timeline manner. -Experience with databases and spreadsheets (Examples of tracking information effectively, keeping track of specs and formulations, document creation, general Excel experience.). -Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills. Preferred -1 year of prior experience working in Animal Science field. -Meat industry experience. Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $66,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Additional Information: Schedule: This position will be scheduled to work 40 hours per week with the intended schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:45am - 4:30pm. Hours will be flexible in order to ensure operational needs are met, and some weekend work may be required. The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all. How to Apply: Please click "Apply Now" to start the application process. You will be required to submit a resume and cover letter for consideration. Your cover letter should highlight your experience and skills as they relate to the listed qualifications for maximum consideration. Contact: Krista Blessing dejoode@wisc.edu 608-263-9410 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Research Services Manager(RE013) Department(s): A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/ANIMAL & DAIRY SCIENCES Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 307323-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 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