2nd Shift Assistant Manager

Job Title: 2nd Shift Assistant Manager

Reports To:
Location Manager & Feed Operations Manager

Department:
Feed

Location:
Ocheyedan, IA

Classification:
Full-Time

Salary:
Salary will be based on experience

Position Objective

Provide leadership and operational oversight for 2nd shift feed mill operations by ensuring safe, efficient production; regulatory compliance; accurate inventory control; and effective supervision, development, and accountability of night shift employees.

Operational Leadership

• Direct and oversee all 2nd shift feed mill operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production.
• Ensure accurate product tracking, inventory control, and lot documentation.
• Scale and enter feed deliveries and coordinate invoicing with bookkeeping.
• Oversee unloading, stocking, and loading of products.
• Monitor equipment and facility conditions; initiate, coordinate, and follow up on repairs.
• Ensure a smooth operational and communication handoff between shifts.
• Comply with and enforce all HACCP, FDA, safety, and cooperative policies.
• Participate in special projects and assist with feed mixing as operational needs require.

• Provide direct supervision to 2nd shift employees, including scheduling, task assignment, and performance oversight.
• Recommend hiring, disciplinary actions, and terminations for 2nd shift employees, subject to approval by the Location Manager, in accordance with company policy and applicable employment laws.
• Prepare and conduct documented mid-year and end of year performance evaluations for night shift employees, subject to management review and approval.
• Approve and verify weekly time records to ensure accuracy and compliance with wage and hour requirements.
• Review, approve, or deny vacation and time-off requests based on staffing needs and policy guidelines.
• Train, coach, and develop employees to promote safety, productivity, and accountability.
• Address performance issues promptly and elevate concerns to management as appropriate.

• Communicate production metrics, staffing concerns, safety issues, and operational challenges to management in a timely manner.
• Immediately report safety incidents, equipment failures, and compliance issues.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• General computer proficiency.
• Class A CDL or ability to obtain.
• Ability to work evening and shift hours.
• Ability to climb heights, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail, leadership, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Regular use of hands, hearing, walking, and reaching; occasional standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, and crawling; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; vision requirements include close, distance, color, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.