Feed Mill Dispatcher

Schwartz Farms, Inc.

About The Position

The Feed Mill Dispatcher shall ensure SFI goals related to swine nutrition are met through safe and efficient manufacturing, quality control and delivery of feed and related products as well as follow protocols such as documentation, compliance and safety of the mill. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate and optimize feed movement by planning routes, assigning loads, and ensuring timely deliveries. As instructed, incumbent shall provide mill upkeep and proper biosecurity, inclusive of facility grounds. Your proactive approach will help streamline transportation operations and improve efficiency

Requirements

Previous experience or demonstrated ability in feed manufacturing (and/or grain handling, where applicable)
Prior experience and understanding of mechanical systems related to feed mill (and/or grain handling systems, where applicable)
Ability to perform minor maintenance
Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities
Strong understanding of a milling or pork production system
Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism; able to represent Schwartz Farms in a positive manner
Comfort with accessing electronic reports to interpret data to maximize performance
Acceptable driving record
Strong communication skills
Able to adapt and multi-task
Strong problem-solving skills
You can manage challenging situations and people as needed.

Nice To Haves

Transportation, supply chain or logistics experience (not required but preferred)
Class A driver's license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage driver routes, being attentive to drivers' scheduling needs where possible
Build trusting relationships, through strong communication, with drivers, site staff, and feed team
Always strive to be the best communicator, with your drivers, load planners, service team and each company department
Ensure delivery processes meet SFI standards and objectives
Ensure rations are manufactured and delivered in a timely and bio-secure manner
Ensure and enforce bio-security protocols
As directed, maintain and store feed delivery records
As directed, maintain general upkeep and cleanliness of the mill and ancillary facility(ies)
As directed, perform minor repair and maintenance on the site, including facilities, structures and equipment
Maintain a safe work environment in all areas contained within the site, following SFI and regulatory safety protocols
As required, attend product, safety and regulatory training meetings
Identify bottlenecks and opportunities, and offer resolutions
Maintain a positive attitude and professional rapport with other SFI employees, producers, third party vendors and contractors, including appearance and language
Report escalated issues to appropriate supervisor(s) and/or personnel
Advocate and engage in SFI's animal welfare policy, including promoting animal well-being, remedying circumstances which impede animal care, and properly reporting instances of mistreatment or abuse
Maintain and promote a safe working environment
Additional duties may be assigned as they arise