PORK FEED MILL Supervisor - Smithton MO

Position: LIVE PORK FEED MILL SUPERVISOR - Smithton MO
Location: Iowa

Job Title

Production Supervisor

Location

Smithton, MO

Job Status

Salaried

Direct Reports

Feed Mill Technicians, Maintenance Technicians

Reports Directly to

Feed Mill Manager

Nature of Position

Leads the Smithton, MO Production Team to produce swine feeds as efficiently and safely as possible while meeting all corporate and government guidelines. Responsible for the daily production operation of the feed mill, ingredient receiving, feed production and delivery, coordinating feed hauling with external third‑party provider. Leads safety, housekeeping and continuous improvement efforts. Responsible for the quality of the feed produced at the site.

Supervises feed mill employees and is responsible for their performance evaluations.

Essential Functions

• Meet hourly/daily goals, maximizing production capacity while meeting corporate and business unit guidelines.
• Schedule and control the production process following existing protocols, production records, and controls.
• Monitor feed orders and ensure proper execution of delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with transportation regarding feed deliveries.
• Supervise and coach feed mill employees; keep the feed mill manager informed of personnel successes and challenges.
• Collaborate with Feed Desk, field staff, and feed logistics personnel on deliveries and feed quality.
• Review daily production data and complete appropriate paperwork.
• Perform regular mill walkthroughs and act on corrective procedures.
• Monitor on‑site inventories and coordinate with merchants on timely ingredient acquisition.
• Control formulas and coordinate with Formulation on formula requirements in a timely manner.
• Assist the feed mill manager with implementation and monitoring of milling programs and special projects.
• Coordinate with maintenance supervisor on preventative maintenance activities.

Success Factors

Success Factors for a Production Supervisor include possessing a competitive mindset, adeptness at multitasking in dynamic environments, a commitment to operational excellence, the ability to act in the manager's absence, being approachable, a fast learner, and proficiently coordinating multiple activities to maintain seamless mill operations.

Required Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years’ previous supervisory experience in feed milling, or 5+ years of supervisory experience in another manufacturing environment.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal or written).
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office tools.
• Able to operate a forklift.
• Safety training courses completed (OSHA or company required).
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, climbing ladders, lifting up to 60 lbs.
• Less than 5% travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in feed manufacturing, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 10 years’ previous supervisory experience in feed milling.
• Feed Mill Management experience.
• Experience in construction projects.
• Knowledge of labor relations and ability to organize and motivate people.
• Past performance shows highly developed leadership skills.
• Proficiency in using MS Office tools.
• 30‑hour construction safety course (OSHA).

Working Conditions

• Will be exposed to the elements depending on the task at hand.
• Will be required to climb ladders and work on elevated platforms.
• Work somewhat close to others, such as when sharing workspace.

Compensation and Benefits

• Benefits
  :
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off
  :
  Sick leave, vacation, and six company‑observed holidays.
• 401(k):
  Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company's vesting schedule.

• Career Development
  :
  Our company supports professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.
• Incentive Pay
  :
  This position may participate in the company’s annual bonus plan; bonus amount varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program.

Travel

May travel 1–3 times per year.

Security, Drug and Alcohol Background Checks

The company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for team members and visitors. To assist in that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post‑offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires employment eligibility verification for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

EEO

Statement

Equal opportunity employer, including disability/veterans.

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