Supervisor Feed Mill-1st Shift-Sedalia Feed Mill

Tyson Foods•Sedalia, MO

About The Position

The Feed Mill Supervisor oversees daily feed mill operations to ensure efficient production of high-quality poultry feed. The role manages staff, supports compliance with safety and regulatory standards, maintains equipment, and improves processes to meet production goals. The supervisor works closely with quality assurance, maintenance, and live production teams to support proper feed formulation and distribution. The position includes coordinating production processes; leading and training staff; overseeing feed quality, safety, and compliance; coordinating equipment maintenance; managing inventory and deliveries; and reviewing operational records and metrics to identify improvements. The role requires working in a feed mill environment with exposure to dust, noise, and varying temperatures, and may involve flexible hours, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed. Candidates must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain domestic, wild, or exotic fowl, and must sign a Bio-security agreement. The Company Animal Welfare Policy must be followed. Professional team members are expected to use approved AI tools responsibly, protect sensitive information, follow company policies, and validate AI-generated outputs. People leaders are also expected to enable responsible AI adoption, identify opportunities to improve team performance, and ensure accountability for AI-supported outcomes. Relocation assistance is eligible. The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 3 years of experience in feed mill operations or a similar production environment.
Strong knowledge of feed formulation, processing, and quality control.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements for animal feed production.
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills for feed mill equipment.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory management systems.
Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild, or exotic fowl; must sign a Bio-security agreement.
Ability to work in a feed mill environment with exposure to dust, noise, and varying temperatures.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and on-call shifts as needed.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in agriculture, animal science, feed manufacturing, or a related field.
Prior experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
Experience working in poultry or livestock feed production.
Knowledge of safety and environmental compliance in feed milling.
Ability to operate and adjust automated feed mill equipment.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate feed mill operations to ensure efficient feed production.
Monitor ingredient mixing, grinding, and pelletizing to maintain feed quality standards.
Ensure proper storage, handling, and inventory management of raw materials and finished feed.
Manage and train feed mill operators and production staff; assign daily tasks and monitor performance.
Promote safety, efficiency, and teamwork within the feed mill.
Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, company feed safety protocols, biosecurity, and sanitation requirements.
Oversee sampling and testing of feed ingredients for quality and nutritional accuracy.
Coordinate with maintenance to ensure machinery and equipment function properly; schedule routine maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
Identify and recommend equipment upgrades to improve efficiency.
Monitor raw material and feed inventory to prevent shortages.
Coordinate feed deliveries with live production teams and optimize storage and handling to reduce waste and contamination risks.
Ensure employees follow safety procedures and wear required protective equipment; conduct safety training and implement accident-prevention practices.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to feed production and waste management.
Maintain accurate records of production data, ingredient usage, and maintenance activities.
Analyze operational metrics, identify process improvements, and implement efficiency strategies to reduce costs while maintaining feed quality.
Follow the Company Animal Welfare Policy and applicable biosecurity requirements.
Use approved AI tools responsibly, protect sensitive information, validate outputs, and support accountable AI adoption as a people leader.