Feed Mill Manager

Wayne Farms•Hazlehurst, MS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Oversees all operations of a feed mill producing less than 10 tons of feed/ week to ensure proper quantity, quality, and type of feed is trucked to farms. This role manages continuous improvement in cost, quality, service and asset utilization while remaining compliant with company policies and procedures and FSMA regulations, Federal and State guidelines, regulations and laws. This role is a Leader of Leaders role with required competencies: Strategic Agility, Business Acumen, Building Effective Teams, Customer Focus and Command Skills.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Poultry, Animal or Feed Science or other relevant field from an accredited institution, bachelors’ degree preferred
Combination of education and experience may be substituted for degree
Minimum five (5) years’ progressive experience in a feed mill environment; food manufacturing experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated minimum two (2) years leadership experience including conflict resolution, the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively, knowledge of timekeeping requirements and policy adherence
Knowledge of regulatory requirements surrounding food manufacture
Intermediate computer (e.g. Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and math skills
Strong customer focus with the ability to communicate with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner
Must have exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate to all levels of the organization; multi-lingual a plus
Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required
Read and understand Safety Data (SDS) sheets
Maintain updated knowledge and training/ certification on relevant safety topics
May be required to enter confined space

Nice To Haves

bachelors’ degree preferred
food manufacturing experience strongly preferred
multi-lingual a plus

Responsibilities

Manage staff through subordinate leaders to ensure all phases of feed mill operations meet quantity and quality of feed needed including the pick-up and delivery of feed to growers is conducted in a timely and professional manner
Manage contract trucking operations and railroad grain delivery through the monitoring and efficient execution of negotiated terms and responsibilities, evaluation of service/ performance results and the partnering with trucking operations leader to ensure optimal results
Oversee ingredient/ raw material purchases ensuring proper quality and availability for production requirements
Compile and prepare relevant reports (i.e. analyzing production, feed costs, etc.) providing performance reports to senior leadership
Develop and administer the capital budget and expenditures while remaining compliant with Company policies and practices
Identify and communicate opportunities for process optimization (throughput, waste reduction, product quality, ergonomics, etc.) and/or reduce/eliminate repeat deficiencies (i.e. hold product, accidents, downtime, etc.)
Monitor transportation equipment performance and maintenance to ensure optimal mechanical performance; ensure preventative maintenance is completed as scheduled and documented in a timely manner
Ensure proper accounting and control of feed, drugs and ingredients
Select mentor, coach and train/ cross-train subordinate employees both directly and indirectly, encouraging career development; provide consistent feedback concerning strengths and areas in need of improvement
Follow and promote all safety initiatives, ensuring training is completed on time and as required, helping to maintain a zero-accident culture
Perform additional relevant duties as assigned