HEAD OF LIVE OPERATIONS
JBS - Douglas, Georgia, us, 31534
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Direct and manage all live operations within the Big Bird Commercial business unit. Direct Live Managers regarding facility operations of multiple plants. Develop plans to ensure that live operations meet business initiatives. Approve AFEs that will provide a return on investment. Develop and manage projects resulting in inventory reductions and service improvements. Recommend and implement action plans with plants, suppliers, sales, marketing, and finance. Develop relevant reports and analysis to assist planning. Prepare budgets and make recommendations to executives. Establish strategy with local live managers and heads of operations for hatchery and breeder/broiler management programs to meet division volume and cost objectives. Resolve conflicts that may arise. Serve as primary liaison for live operations goals for the business unit. Ensure compliance with safety directives. Oversee improvements to productivity, labor efficiencies, and reduction of live production costs. Conduct routine meetings with Live Operation Managers and Complex Managers, establishing accountabilities and goals for performance evaluation. Education: Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Poultry or Animal Science or similar. Master’s Degree preferred but not required. Experience: Typically requires 15+ years of directly related experience. Equivalent work experience may be accepted in lieu of educational requirements. Special Skills: Experience in both live operations and plant operations strongly preferred. Proven experience managing and motivating others for maximum performance. Team player with leadership skills. Good work ethic. Excellent organizational, math, and statistical skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Understanding and compliance with company policies and procedures. Ability to handle conflicts; interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Knowledge and technical skills in various production jobs. Strong multi-tasking skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Willingness to travel as needed. Relationships: Internal: Plant personnel, senior team, and production employees. Frequent contact with corporate HQ and executive officers. Manages: Dotted line for Live Operations Managers and support to Complex Managers.
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