Supervisor Feed Mill-1st Shift-Sedalia Feed Mill

Tyson Foods•Sedalia, MO

3d•Onsite

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 optimizes processes to meet production goals. The supervisor works with quality assurance, maintenance, and live production teams to support correct feed formulation and timely distribution. The position includes responsibility for production management, team leadership, quality control and compliance, equipment oversight, inventory and logistics, workplace safety and environmental compliance, and operational reporting and continuous improvement. The role also requires compliance with the company’s biosecurity and animal welfare policies, including not owning, possessing, or maintaining domestic, wild, or exotic fowl and signing a biosecurity agreement. People leaders are expected to support responsible adoption of approved AI tools and ensure the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes. The work is on first shift at the Sedalia Feed Mill. Relocation assistance is eligible. The role requires working in a feed mill environment and meeting its physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
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.
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 not own, possess, or otherwise maintain domestic, wild, or exotic fowl and must sign a biosecurity agreement.
Must follow the Company Animal Welfare Policy.
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 employee performance.
Promote safety, efficiency, and teamwork within the feed mill.
Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and FSMA guidelines and company feed safety protocols.
Oversee sampling and testing of feed ingredients for quality and nutritional accuracy.
Maintain compliance with biosecurity and sanitation requirements.
Work with maintenance to ensure feed mill machinery and equipment function properly.
Schedule routine maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical issues as needed.
Identify and recommend equipment upgrades to improve efficiency.
Monitor raw material and feed inventory levels to prevent shortages.
Coordinate feed deliveries with live production teams to ensure timely distribution.
Optimize storage and handling procedures to reduce waste and contamination risks.
Ensure employees follow safety procedures and wear required protective equipment.
Conduct safety training and implement practices to prevent workplace accidents.
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 strategies to reduce costs while maintaining feed quality.
Demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, protect sensitive information, follow company policies, validate AI-generated outputs, and support accountable use of AI-enabled solutions.