Production Manager

Company Overview

Livestock Nutrition Center specializes in blending customized rations, supplements and premixes to meet the specific nutritional needs of Livestock Producer's operations. We understand that management, performance objectives and feeding practices can be vastly different between operations, and that these differences dictate specific nutritional or formulation requirements. Our experienced sales staff and nutritionist will work with the Producer to design a feeding program that is specific to their operation.

Mission Statement

Our Mission is to add value to the suppliers and end users in the feed ingredient supply chain through distribution, processing and service.

Guiding Principle

Our focus is to provide customized feeding programs, nutritional products, and expert service to livestock producers that promote their long-term success and profitability.

Qualifications

Position Summary

The Production Manager will lead the processing and operations management of the blend facility, in support of the Location Fulfillment Manager. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following facets of the operation and mixing of feed, depending on the individual’s location:

Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee operational processes and procedures of the feed mill.
• Implement and Oversee Standard Operating Procedures, including all necessary training for production/processing personnel at the feed mill.
• Implement Preventative Maintenance programs and manage all maintenance with the production/processing & maintenance teams. This includes production and delivery equipment.
• Manage the necessary QA/QC programs, including FSMA compliance.
• Assist in the selection and hiring of all hourly production personnel at facility.
• Oversee CAP EX projects.
• Ensure timely ordering and receiving of ingredients for production needs by communicating daily and weekly ingredient needs to the Location Fulfillment Manager and Procurement team.
• Ensure proper mixing of all feeds.
• Manage raw material inventories to assure accurate measurements, control shrink and maintain product in merchantable condition.
• Coordinate production schedules, including hours of operation and scheduled maintenance downtimes with the Location Fulfillment Manager.
• Set and achieve production goals for efficiency and on time deliveries.
• Coordinate feed delivery schedules with the Location Fulfillment Manager and production team.
• Educate, implement, and strictly enforce all LNC Safety and Compliance procedures and programs
• Ensure the facility appearance and all personnel represent LNC in a professional manner.
• Support and lead the Mission, Vision, and Values of LNC.
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree; Agricultural degree preferred.
• 3 years of operations experience. Agricultural processing & manufacturing experience preferred.
• Active and preventative maintenance experience.
• Supervisory and people management experience.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong sense of Customer Service with both internal and external customers.
• Dedication to team environment.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to a fast and ever-changing environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead teams by example.
• Safety oriented mindset.
• Knowledge of and experience with GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices) of Feed Manufacturing.
• Demonstrate a mechanical understanding of the Feed Mill.
• Must have the ability to manage a 24x7 shift operation.
  
  

Benefits And Perks

All full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.