Grain Operations Manager Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Drive operational excellence and asset reliability by planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance activities across the facility. As a Maintenance Planner and Scheduler, you will ensure work is safely and efficiently planned and executed by coordinating labor, materials, parts, contractors, and equipment access to maximize productivity, control costs, and minimize downtime. Working closely with Maintenance, Production, and cross-functional teams, you will help prioritize work, resolve potential delays, improve processes, and use data to support reliable plant operations. This role is ideal for a highly organized and collaborative professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Schedule: 1st Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between Maintenance, Operations, and supported departments to ensure timely, efficient, and quality maintenance services.
• Perform short-range and long-range planning, including backlog analysis and resource balancing.
• Plan and schedule major and minor shutdowns and develop standardized shutdown plans.
• Develop and maintain planned job packages, labor standards, and material libraries.
• Keep Maintenance and Operations leadership informed of critical issues and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance data, CMMS administration, equipment history, and cost tracking.
• Procure maintenance materials and services within established guidelines.
• Schedule preventive, predictive, and planned maintenance activities to support operational reliability goals.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Technical education beyond high school, vocational training, or equivalent maintenance experience.
• Demonstrate leadership and influence skills.
• Demonstrate strong organizational abilities.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Be proficient in CMMS software.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications with advanced spreadsheet capabilities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of purchasing processes and procedures.
• Analyze maintenance data and generate reports.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
• Work in environments containing grain and soybean dust.
• Work in environments with industrial noise and vibration.
• Work around oils, lubricants, chemicals, and refinery products.
• Work around moving equipment and rotating machinery.
• Work in elevated areas and climb stairs, ladders, and platforms.
• Wear personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed footwear.
• Perform extended computer and office work.
• Walk throughout manufacturing and processing facilities.
• Stand and walk for extended periods during field inspections.
• Bend, reach, stoop, and kneel as necessary.
• Respond to and support the team with emergency maintenance activities as needed.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #LI-KB2