Manufacturing Operations Director

Manufacturing Operations Director

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide organization with offices in every parish of Louisiana. We are currently seeking extraordinary candidates for the position outlined below. This position will be domiciled at the Aquatic Germplasm And Genetic Resource Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

The Manufacturing Operations Director position's primary purpose is guiding the development of and directing day-to-day operations and supervising professional and support staff. Providing leadership and support staff to meet organizational goals. This position reports to the Professor and Director. Specific duties are as follows:

1. Identifying and evaluating the needs of small to medium-sized manufacturers and providing available services to meet those needs.
2. Ability to prepare annual operating plans, revisions to budget and meeting financial and other reporting requirements.
3. Assist in processing electronic survey activity for clients/staff, monitor and report project completions to NIST MEP.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification requirements include a baccalaureate degree in a related field. Experience in the public sector and/or a university setting is desirable. Must have excellent interpersonal, administrative, and organizational skills, along with strong computer skills.

LSU and the AgCenter are dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individual qualifications. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications listed but has other qualifications or substantial experience related to the key responsibilities, we encourage them to apply (per La. RS 42:36).

Date available is upon completion of the selection process.

Application deadline is October 8, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is identified.

Qualified candidates must apply online using the LSU Workday Careers site by attaching file(s) containing a curriculum vita, a letter of application, official university transcripts, and two letters of reference. Questions about the online application system should be directed to the HRM Office at 225/578-0324 or hrmhelp@agcenter.lsu.edu. In lieu of attaching the letters of reference, they may be sent directly to:

Dr. Terrence R. Tiersch, Professor

Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center

Louisiana State University Agricultural Center

2288 Gourrier Avenue

Baton Rouge, LA 70820

Email: ttiersch@agcenter.lsu.edu

Phone: (225) 578-6257

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.