Position Title: Feed Mill Manager – Kalona
Group: Operations / Nutrition
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Career Level: M2
Position Reports To: Director – Manufacturing Operations
Approx. # of People Supervised: 5 – 15

Position Summary:
The Feed Mill Manager provides leadership and daily direction to all site employees. Overseeing feed mill operations and product delivery to meet production needs in a safe, efficient, and high-quality manner. This role ensures compliance with quality and regulatory standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

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Core Responsibilities:

Operations Management

• Direct and assign tasks to production and delivery teams, ensuring processes and procedures are followed.
• Schedule and monitor daily production including coordinating production schedules.
• Oversee maintenance and housekeeping of the facility including continuing a preventative maintenance program and maintaining landscaping and appearance of the facility.
• Direct warehouse and inventory management of production parts, ingredients, vitamins, and drugs.
• Manage financial recordkeeping, including accounts receivable/payable, and general ledger entries.
• Ensure adherence to all EHS, FDA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements for feed mill operations.
• Implement and monitor new standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality and operational efficiency.
• Perform administrative tasks relevant to plant operations including running plant reports and ordering product when necessary.

Team Leadership

• Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, training, addressing employee relations issues in consultation with People Operations, performance evaluations, policy implementation, compensation recommendations, and terminations.
• Oversee timesheets and manage time off requests through HRIS system.
• Monitor order fulfillment, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement in efficiency and quality.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers, resolving issues and identifying business growth opportunities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Work in varied environments, including temperature-controlled office settings and non-temperature-controlled warehouses or feed mills.
• Occasional domestic travel to company facilities such as feed mills, contract manufacturers, and warehousing sites.
• Attend industry and company events as needed to stay informed about trends, innovations, and best practices.

Minimum Qualifications: Please note that although the following qualifications are preferred, candidates with diverse backgrounds, education, and experiences will be considered for this role.

Education / Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Agriculture, or equivalent professional experience.
• Training in leadership, including motivational techniques and conflict resolution.
• Qualified credentials to manufacture, process, pack, or hold safe animal feed per assigned duties.

Relevant Experience:

• 3 – 5 years professional experience in the feed industry.
• 2 – 3 years of leadership experience managing teams.

Specialized Knowledge:

• Familiarity with financial and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of OSHA 1910 standards, FDA, DOT, and GMP regulations.
• Understanding of animal nutrition concepts.
• Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with process flow and computerized batching systems.

Non-Technical Skills:

• Embody United Animal Health culture and lead by example.
• Adaptable with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective problem-solving and time management abilities.
• Proven leadership capabilities.

 Licenses / Certification:

• Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements:                      

• Regularly stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift up to 60 lbs. periodically.
• Climb staircases or ladders and work at heights when required.

Safety Requirements:

• Adherence to all company safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Appropriate PPE use, including harnesses, lanyards, ear protection, breathing masks, goggles, and lifting belts, as needed.
• Lead or attend monthly safety meetings to promote and reinforce a culture of safety.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift license.
• Class A CDL license.
• Experience with ERP systems (ex. Bestmix, SAP, Oracle).

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