Plant Manager - Animal Nutrition

ALCIVIA•Menomonie, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

ALCIVIA is seeking a Feed Mill Plant Manager to lead operations and ensure the efficient, safe, and timely handling of feed products at the Menomonie Feed Mill location. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of mill operations, including personnel leadership, safety, maintenance, procurement, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. The Plant Manager will direct daily operations related to the manufacturing, inspecting, testing, receiving, mixing, packaging, and loading of animal feed products. This leader will supervise Feed Manufacturing Operators and Feed Delivery Drivers while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Requirements

4–6 years of business or operations experience
2–4 years of leadership or supervisory experience
Strong business acumen and decision-making skills
Financial literacy with understanding of profit/loss impact
Effective communication and leadership skills
Proven ability to coach, develop, and manage performance
Strong ethical standards and core values
Proficiency with computer systems and willingness to learn new tools
Ability to operate equipment such as forklifts, grain sweeps, and hand tools
Commitment to maintaining a safety-first workplace

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operational processes to ensure efficiency, productivity, and accuracy
Manage, direct, and motivate team members in day-to-day activities
Lead, coach, counsel, discipline, and retain employees using fair and consistent practices
Ensure proper training, development, and performance management of staff
Foster collaboration across locations and divisions
Supervise efficient loading and unloading of products
Oversee manufacturing processes including receiving, mixing, packaging, and shipping feed
Manage the finished feed delivery fleet
Maintain accurate inventory levels for all products
Enforce ALCIVIA safety policies and ensure adherence to OSHA and regulatory standards
Ensure compliance with FSMA/HACCP requirements and all applicable laws
Maintain facility housekeeping, sanitation, and equipment maintenance standards
Serve as primary contact for safety incidents, breakdowns, and emergencies
Manage budgeting, capital expenditures, and maintenance costs
Understand and monitor the financial impact of product quality and operational decisions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure adherence to Quality Management Programs and ALCIVIA SOPs
Oversee product integrity including appearance, moisture, and consistency standards
Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure satisfaction
Respond proactively to customer feedback to exceed expectations
Promote appreciation for member loyalty and support
Perform other duties as assigned