Farm Operations Manager

Join PEAK Genetics as a Farm Operations Manager plays a key role in keeping two production locations running efficiently and effectively. This position leads the management of facilities, equipment, feed and bedding, vendor partnerships, and logistics while collaborating closely with Production Managers to support seamless day-to-day operations.

• Oversee facilities, grounds, equipment, maintenance, asset management, and operational needs across two production locations.
• Manage feed and bedding purchasing, quality, costs, and delivery logistics while partnering with vendors, nutritionists, and internal teams.
• Build and manage vendor and contractor relationships, including pricing, service agreements, maintenance schedules, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate manure management activities and hauling logistics in alignment with established nutrient management plans.
• Support capital projects by coordinating contractors, materials, scheduling, and on-site execution.
• Lead and develop Farm Operations Technicians through hiring, training, coaching, goal setting, and performance management.
• Support budgets, invoices, purchasing records, and compliance while promoting a strong culture of safety, biosecurity, and operational excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Facilities Management, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3–5 years of experience in facilities or equipment management, agricultural operations, or a related field, including experience managing vendors and contractors.
• Strong organizational, planning, project management, and communication skills with the ability to independently manage competing priorities across multiple locations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and asset or inventory tracking systems.
• Comfortable working in and around livestock facilities and able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly between locations, up to 50%.

PEAK is the source of superior genetics to the URUS brands and the world. PEAK develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. PEAK people are in multiple countries and locations and have an extensive level of expertise, including genetics, operations, research, and data management.

PEAK has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services.

These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.