Assitant Feedmill Manager

Seaboard Corporation•Guymon, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting Feed Mill Assistant Manager opportunity in Optima, OK. The Assistant Feed Mill Manager will assist the Feed mill Manager with the daily operations of the feed mill department by supervising production employees, overseeing the production, quality, costs and safety of the mill. At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Kansas City’s Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

Requirements

High School or GED.
Ability to understand automation systems including mechanical and or electrical experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to comprehend and communicate all routine reports and correspondence.
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite products such as Word, Excel etc.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Nice To Haves

B.S. degree in Feed Science preferred.
Four or more years' related experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Determine work assignments, establish or adjust work procedures to meet plant or production schedules.
Oversee procedures to verify conformance to the high standards of quality as established by the current Good Manufacturing Practices for the industry.
Learn and understand the flow of all materials, incoming and out-going, and the standard operating procedures of all areas of the Feed Mill. Must be able to operate all areas of the feed mill and completely understand automation systems.
Review all daily usage and inventory; investigate and correct all discrepancies.
Recommend measures to improve mill and transportation production methods, equipment performance and quality of service and carry out any needed corrective action.
Train new employees: plan, assign and direct work; appraise performance; discipline of employees as needed; address complaints and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Timely and accurately document and follow up on any employee or operating issues.
Maintain collaborative working relationships with supervisors, peers, subordinates, internal and external customers.
Prepare various reports and delegate appropriate duties to subordinate employees.