Location: Moscow
Division/College: Col of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $20.00 per hour or higher commensurate with experience
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
This position manages and operates the entire feed mill operation under the direct supervision of the Associate Manger of the Dairy/Feed Mill Unit. The Feed Mill Supervisor provides diets for livestock in research, extension and teaching programs; maintains all feed handling, processing and mixing equipment, and feed facilities such as the mix room, elevator legs, hay barn and feeding equipment. The Feed Mill Supervisor prepares feed and feed equipment requisitions, handles computerized inventory and billing system, determine feed needs, and manages quality control on products received. The Feed Mill Supervisor is responsible for maintenance of the feed mill, formulating diets and fabricating feed for teaching, extension and research purposes. The Feed Mill Supervisor participates as guest lecturer in course labs. The supervisor trains and supervises part-time temporary employees to mix experimental rations for the Beef/Sheep, Dairy, Veterinary Science and USDA units. The supervisor assures livestock are fed daily from mixer-feed equipment. The supervisor works directly with faculty and herdsmen in relation to ration formulation. This position works closely with the Palouse Research, Extension and Education Center (PREEC) Land Manager on production farm-raised hay and straw, and closely with the Livestock and Feed Mill General Manager on the purchased and harvest of hay and straw. The supervisor ensures all livestock feeds are stored correctly and in proper locations; keeps the Feed Mill and surrounding area safe, clean and orderly. The Feed Mill Supervisor will occasionally be asked to provide management relief at the PREEC Dairy and Beef/Sheep Units and assist with other PREEC activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
3 years experience managing/feeding livestock.
Experience maintaining feed mill equipment, and preparing diets.
Experience with computer spreadsheets in order to establish and maintain a computerized inventory system.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: B.S. in Animal Science or closely related field.
Experience in the operations of feed mixing with experimental rations, delivery equipment and purchasing of feed supplies.
Ability to create 3-5 year crop management plan.
Ability and desire to work with faculty, staff and students.
An appreciation of research techniques and an understanding of the need for accuracy with ration mixing and experimental animal feeding.
Must be neat and orderly and cooperative.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Ability to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move up to 80 lbs.
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Must have a valid drivers license and be able to successfully pass a drivers record check.
Posting Number: SP003340P
Posting Date: 04/15/2022
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Applications received by April 29, 2022 will receive first consideration.
Along with your on-line application, write a letter of qualification addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
In addition, your application materials must include a resume/CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references.
For questions, please contact:
Logan HarperPalouse Research, Extension, and Education Center208.885.115lharper@uidaho.edu
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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