Feed Mill Manager

Company Description

Foster Farms has been serving families since 1939. Since the founding days, Foster Farms has always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality, best-tasting poultry products available. Our commitment to excellence, honesty, quality, service, and our valued TEAM Members will shine through in everything we do.

Foster Farms is always looking for talented individuals to join the Foster Farms TEAM. We offer the experience of a large organization, however, we operate like a family business. More than half of our job openings are filled by internal promotion, and we encourage TEAM Members to gain a variety of experiences across different functional groups.

Job Description

• Responsible for the oversight and operations of all aspects, including training, teaching, and coaching of Team Members to ensure consistent implementation of best practices within the feed mill to support productivity, optimize efficiency and safeguard the well-being of all Team Members.
• Ensure the production and delivery of feed in the most efficient and economical manner. 
• Prepare, submit and administer a control budget to contribute to the profitability of the company.
• Oversee matters pertaining to mill personnel (including but not limited to policies, procedures, hiring, safety awareness, training, etc.).
• Implement and ensure compliance with disease prevention and product Quality Control programs.
• Investigate and plan for new methods that would reduce costs in relation to equipment, energy, and manpower.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS/BA Degree in Business Management, Ag Business or related field preferred. 
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of mill experience and 5 years of supervisory experience and proven leadership skills.
• Good understanding of Preventative Maintenance, procedures, commodities and cost control.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Must have knowledge of accounting principles.
• Must have strong technical/mechanical abilities, be able to troubleshoot.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Must have Inventory management experience.
• Must be a self-starter with hands-on experience in each area of the operations.
• Ability to meet and forecast changing production needs. 
• Proficient use of PC including Excel and Word.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new Team Members.