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Job Opportunity: Dairy Pilot Plant Manager:Oregon State UniversityJob description:Dairy Pilot Plant ManagerBookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 16, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to candidates.When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and practice have prepared you for this position. 3) Please describe how you fulfill minimum and preferred qualification for this position. (attach as Other Document 1) You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process. For additional information Contact Us by: Melanie Hanlon E-Mail: melanie.hanlon@oregonstate.edu OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide variety of lived practice including involvement with the justice system. This job has ?critical or security-sensitive? responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Position DetailsPosition InformationDepartment Food Science and Techno (AFS) Position Title Manager 1-Farm/Faclt Job Title Dairy Pilot Plant Manager Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The Department of Food Science & Technology is seeking a Dairy Pilot Plant Manager. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. The OSU Dairy Pilot Plant is an essential component of the overall OSU dairy foods program within the Department of Food Science & Technology. The pilot plant is utilized for industry innovation trials, OSU dairy processing courses, FST graduate and undergraduate research activities, dairy extension courses, production of Beaver Classic cheese and ice cream, and serves as an incubator facility for dairy entrepreneurs. This position schedules and manages all activities within the newly renovated dairy plant. This includes implementing and following safe dairy processing procedures and compliance with state and federal licenses and regulations. The position continues to elevate and expand the dairy plant to become a showcase for Smart Manufacturing and for cross training of food science and engineering students. The position maintains strong connections with the regional dairy industry and supports industry where possible. College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. CAS is committed to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion through hiring practices. There is an expectation that the person in this position will embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document. https://agsci.oregonstate.edu/sites/agscid7/files/main/for-faculty/care.pd f Oregon State University is committed to creating and maintaining compassionate and inclusive learning and working environments for all learners, visitors and employees. We envision collaborative community environments that enhance civility and embrace diversity. All employees are responsible for achieving this commitment. This commitment includes, but is not limited to, complying with Civil Rights and Language Access regulations. Please visit the following webpages for more information on our commitment to inclusive excellence: Moving Forward Together https://leadership abilities.oregonstate.edu/president/moving-forward-together Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply expertise, tools and expertise to build a better future for all. FACTS: • Top 1.4% university in the world • More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined • 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. • 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties • 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone • 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates • 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color • 217k+ alumni worldwide • For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances. Total compensates Package: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. • Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. • Retirement savings paid by the university. • A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. • Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. • Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to lgain more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 65% Management of OSU Research, Teaching, and Innovation Dairy Pilot Plant » supervise and manage the everyday operations of the OSU Dairy Plant. » Lead the student team producing Beaver Classic cheese and ice cream. Coordinate with other Beaver Classic leadership abilities to assure proper inventory of products. » Coordinate and work with companies that want to conduct product and process innovation trials in the pilot plant. » Support dairy entrepreneurs who utilize the dairy plant as an incubator facility. » Support dairy foods and other research conducted within the dairy plant. » Recruit, schedule, and mentor undergraduate student workers. Creates an environment of enthusiasm for careers within related fields. » Supervise student workers including planning, assigning, and approving work; compensates/discipline; responding to grievances; hire/fire (or effectively recommend); preparing and signing performance evaluations/reviews of students. » Develops budgets and operational forecast, including short and long-range planning, fiscal management, fee assessment, and contract management. » Manage and maintain the dairy laboratory including equipment purchases and maintenance, development of standard operating procedures, quality control checks, and safety training and record keeping. » Manage maintenance, improvements, modifications, and use of dairy equipment (including packaging line, heating elements, pasteurizer, separator, cheese equipment, etc.). Ensure compliance with food safety standards, university policy, state and federal regulations, and industry standards for quality. » Maintain all state and federal licenses. » Operate motor vehicle for transport of milk and occasionally other dairy products. 20% Dairy Industry Outreach » Coordinate and collaborate with the dairy foods team to help develop and implement an effective and industry significant dairy foods outreach program that may include development of industry workshops, seminars, educational materials, and technical assistance. » Engages with dairy industry visitors in outreach with internal and external stakeholders including guest speaking opportunities and event coordination to promote the dairy pilot plant programs. » Act as liaison with industry to enable employment opportunities for students and graduates within the dairy industry. 10% Dairy Teaching Support » Assist with instruction of dairy processing for-credit courses, extension courses, and PACE courses. » Lead engineering capstone senior level teams. » Ensures diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts including » promoting equitable results among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups. 5% Other tasks as Assigned » Participate in external and university groups. » Maintain memberships in appropriate organizations. » Pursue professional development opportunities. » Participate in activities that increase and promote justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion » in the department, college, and university. What You Will Need Bachelor's degree in Food or Dairy Science, or a related field AND 3 years' practice within dairy processing industry OR an appropriate and equivalent combination of education, training, expertise, and professional practice in dairy processing. Practical practice operating, maintaining, assembling dairy or food processing equipment. practice working in a processing setting that adheres to safe dairy or food processing. Understands food safety regulations applicable to cheese and ice cream processing. practice developing and implementing Food Safety plan and written procedures. practice with adhering to budgets and familiar with basic accounting. A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Demonstrated capability to communicate and work effectively with varied audiences such as faculty, students, industry, and clientele in a team environment. Record of actively contributing to a respectful, safe, and inclusive work environment. practice with supervision of employees. Currently possess or have capability to obtain HTST Pasteurization Operator License within 90 days of hire. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05- 030. What We Would Like You to Have Master's degree in Food or Dairy Sciences. Four years' dairy processing practice. practice mentoring college students. practice developing and managing budgets. practice complying to regulatory standards for dairy or food processing. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Working in the research and teaching dairy pilot plant will require physical work. This position will be required to lift, carry, and transport 40lbs. Position requires availcapability to work a varied schedule and beyond normal business hours as needed. Position will occasionally travel. Pay Method income Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time income Range $60,288 - $76,008 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/18344 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08379UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 12/01/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 08/12/2024 Full Consideration Date 09/16/2024 Closing Date 10/14/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified candidates Special Instructions to candidates To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 16, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to candidates. When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and practice have prepared you for this position. 3) Please describe how you fulfill minimum and preferred qualification for this position. (attach as Other Document 1) You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process. For additional information Contact Us by: Melanie Hanlon E-Mail: melanie.hanlon@oregonstate.edu OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide variety of lived practice including involvement with the justice system. This job has ?critical or security-sensitive? responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Please describe how you fulfill minimum and preferred qualification for this position. (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter » Other Document 1 (see Special Instructions)Optional Documents » VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed) Skills:
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