Feed Mill Manager 2

Your Opportunity

The Feed Mill Manager coordinates and facilitates the daily operations to maximize all available resources.  Plans and coordinates the operational activities with input and interaction from a variety of sources.  Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement by performing the following duties.

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinates all shift operations.

• Coordinates the activities of salaried exempt and hourly production group leaders to assure all customer expectations are met in a timely manner.

• Coordinates the operational schedules for the shifts in conjunction with facility needs including Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Sanitation, material control and other functional areas.

• Coordinates training and development sessions.

• Partners with Human Resources to develop and recommend staffing levels for operations.

• Coordinates and implements a comprehensive training plan for personnel.  

• Effectively communicates in verbal and written forms to internal and external personnel.

• Serve as a contact person for various vendors and suppliers.

• Facilitates the continuous quality improvement process and plant safety initiatives.

• Facilitates the continuous improvement of efficient inbound and outbound loading processes.

• Guides group leaders in process control, inventory control, personnel practices, efficient operations, safety, and employee development and employee retention goals.

• Facilitates and promotes the development of new work systems for facility.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.

• Understanding of OSHA regulations as well as a strong safety background.

• Must have knowledge of feed mill operations.

• Must be able to troubleshoot and operate all equipment within the operation.

• Experience evaluating work processes and systems for efficiencies and operational flow.

• Strong Computer skills preferred (Microsoft Exel & Word).

• Ability to evaluate performance level and provide constructive feedback and assistance for improvement. 

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and guidance to employees in the Feed Mill.

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions including heat, humidity, cold, and precipitation.

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud if working in the production area.