Ops Supervisor

What We Need:

Operations Supervisor provides supervision in plant operations to provide servant leadership to their employees. Oversees various operational functions and oversight of operator team. Responsible for ensuring Feed Safety/Food Safety by following all Safe Feed/Safe Food policies and protocols and taking immediate corrective action if safety issues arise.

Must be able to work the following shift, 2PM–10:30PM, Monday–Friday schedule and will transition to a permanent overnight shift as we expand operations, with advance notice. This position must pass a background check and drug screen.

What you will do

• Member of the safety committee and plant leadership team and routinely attends coordination and meetings for these groups.
• Plans and establishes work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
• Observes work and monitors equipment and processes to ensure that Operators conform to production or processing standards.
• Oversees the movement of materials and products within the plant and the processing of orders.
• Responsible for maintaining accuracy in records, logs, PIMS, and all other reports associated with day-to-day operations of the plant.
• Reads and analyzes charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs.
• Monitors all daily and month-end inventories. Completes month end activities during close.
• Prepares records and reports for Plant Manager to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs.
• Inspects materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions and ensures that maintenance department personnel are informed of any defects or breakdowns in machinery, equipment, and facilities.
• Works as a general operator throughout shift as needed (approximately 30 to 40% of responsibility) and always maintains a visible on the floor presence in the production facilities.
• Trouble-shoots and problem-solves front-line production and personnel problems, complaints, or concerns as they arise.
• Assists in documenting and completing investigations for all customer-related issues and are secondarily responsible for root cause analysis of deviations from the Perfect Load Index (PLI).
• Monitors and evaluates Operator morale, performance, and conduct to ensure compliance with existing company policies while reducing Operator turnover.
• Oversees new Operator Training Programs and existing Operator training based on updates to SOPs and company procedures.
• Conducts coaching, mentoring and progressive discipline process’ with Operators.
• Conducts routine safety inspections of the facility and grounds in conjunction with EH&S manager.
• Ability to demonstrate our company values in everyday work interactions.
• All other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need:

• High School diploma or GED required, additional education preferred.
• 2 years of supervisory experience in related industry or field.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills, customer service skills including ability to complete accurate records and logs.
• Ability to effectively manage and interact with people on a one-on-one basis.
• Ability to problem-solve day-to-day personnel concerns.
• Ability to demonstrate work-direction skills and a desire to lead.
• Ability to follow directions, interpret and work from written instruction, knowledge of basic math skills, ability to operate a computer.
• Ability to make sound judgements when operating production equipment.
• Must have valid Iowa driver’s license and operate a motor vehicle. In Pacific Junction location, it’s recommended to obtain and maintain Class A CDL license. Feed Energy will provide company assistance.
• Ability to operate a forklift, skid loader, and other equipment in a safe manner.
• Conduct and monitor production through DeltaV and DCS systems. Experience with automation and PLC systems preferred.

Who we are and what we value:

Feed Energy works at the intersection of feed, fuel, and agriculture, building a nearly four-decade legacy of stewardship in various industries. We support how America nourishes its people and powers its economy. Our team is made up of growth-minded individuals, who are dedicated to transforming global practices in feeding and fueling, driving innovation across the industries we serve. We create circular economies, developing sustainable, low-carbon products and processes. Join us if you're looking for a dynamic environment to contribute to shaping a sustainable future for feeding and fueling the world.

We help feed the world by providing safe, energy-based nutrition solutions.

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