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Assistant Beef Unit Manager

Purdue University

West Lafayette, IN

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Animal Care, Animal Husbandry, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Emergency Response, Facilities and Maintenance, Google Apps, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lift/Move 80 Pounds, Maintenance Services, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Management, Operations Research, People Management, Power Outages, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Coordination, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
West Lafayette, IN
POSTED
3 days ago

Req Id: 42930

Job Title: Assistant Beef Unit Manager

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

What Youll be Doing:

The Assistant Beef Manager is a skilled professional who works under general supervision to support the operations of the Beef Unit, a vital resource for the departments research, teaching, and engagement missions.

In this role, youll help coordinate research projects with faculty, staff, students, and investigators while supporting hands-on instruction in classes and laboratory activities. Youll also assist with outreach and engagement efforts, including conducting tours of the Beef Unit for a variety of audiences.

The Assistant Beef Manager plays a key role in training, mentoring, and supervising student employees, helping to ensure safe and efficient daily operations. In partnership with the Beef Manager, youll assist with the maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment, develop and modify animal handling equipment to improve research capabilities and operational efficiency, and respond effectively to emergency situations such as power outages, equipment failures, severe weather, animal health concerns, and workplace injuries.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting innovative research, enhancing student learning experiences, and contributing to the continued success of the Beef Unit.

What Were Looking For:

Education and Experience

Qualified Candidates Will Need:

  • Bachelor of Science in Animal Science or closely related field
  • 2+ years of beef industry experience
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered (HS diploma and six to seven years of experience)
  • Experience with animal care and husbandry is also required

Skills Needed:

  • Ability to lift over 80 lbs.
  • Basic Computer Skills using Outlook, Excel, Google Docs, etc.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills to provide good customer service, demonstrating a strong service orientation
  • Public relations skills to work congenially with the public and staff, display a good-natured and competitive attitude
  • Self-directed with ability to work independently as well as with others
  • Personnel leadership and management, facility knowledge and maintenance, excellent communication and problem-solving ability
  • Ability to work in extreme cold and heat for extended periods
  • A valid U.S. driver's license is required

What We'd Like You To Know:

  • To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary CLICK HERE
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Career Stream

  • Professional 2
  • Pay Band: S060
  • Job Code: 20003129

Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Purdue University is an EA/EO employer.

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Posting Start Date: 7/8/26

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