2nd Shift Mill Lead

PF Services•Emmetsburg, IA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The 2nd Shift Mill Lead is responsible for leading the evening production team to safely and efficiently manufacture and load feed. This role ensures all mill operations run smoothly during the shift, including ingredient handling, batching, loadout, and team coordination. The Lead sets expectations, maintains quality standards, and ensures work is completed accurately and on time.

Requirements

Previous experience in feed mill, agriculture, or manufacturing preferred
Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Strong communication and organizational skills
Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
Need to be able to take after-hour phone calls and at times return to mill as needed
Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly
Ability to work in dust, noise, and varying temperatures
Standing, walking, climbing, and operating equipment for extended periods

Responsibilities

Lead, direct, and support the evening mill team
Assign daily tasks and ensure proper staffing for operations
Set clear expectations for safety, performance, and teamwork
Train and develop team members on mill processes and equipment
Hold team accountable for attendance, performance, and safety compliance
Oversee feed manufacturing to ensure accuracy and efficiency
Ensure proper batching, mixing, and sequencing of feed
Monitor production flow and make adjustments as needed
Troubleshoot minor equipment or process issues
Supervise unloading of ingredients, including dumping totes and bulk ingredients
Ensure proper storage and inventory handling of ingredients
Verify correct ingredients are used according to formulations
Ensure that daily and weekly med reconciliation is done and accurate
Oversee loading of trucks for delivery
Ensure orders are loaded accurately and on schedule
Coordinate with drivers and logistics as needed
Making sure all first round trucks are loaded correctly
Enforce all safety policies and procedures
Ensure proper use of PPE and safe equipment operation
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment
File any safety concerns & report immediately
Complete safety trainings on time and ensure the team is getting them done
Ensure feed quality meets company standards
Verify proper documentation and tracking of batches
Monitor for inconsistencies and take corrective action
Communicate shift updates, issues, and production status to management
Complete required paperwork (production logs, load sheets, etc.)
Coordinate with 1st shift and other departments for smooth handoffs