PLEASE NOTE: We will not be able to reply to you if your resume does not meet the position requirements. There is NO closing date. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's degree or 5-6 years relevant experience; feed background and budgeting preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of exempt-level supervisory experience in commercial feed manufacturing.
- Strong communication skills; ability to write reports and interpret technical/regulatory documents.
- Strong math skills (percentages, proportions, measurements, algebra/geometry).
- Problem-solving ability in variable situations.
- Self-motivated, team-oriented, flexible work hours.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and milling software.
- Ability to read feed formulas and manufacturing sequences.
- Valid driver's license required.

Equipment Exposure

- Applicators, forklifts, loaders, grain legs, belts, trucks, sprayers, welders, tractors, and related equipment.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing an established Agriculture Cooperative seeking a Feed Location Manager. Under the direction of the Feed Process and Quality Director and/or VP of Feed, the Feed Location Leader this Location Leader will be responsible for the daily leadership and oversight of feed mill operations, including production, batching/mixing, pelleting, loadout, delivery logistics, and office administration. This role ensures feed quality, regulatory compliance, mill efficiency, grain quality, grain management, and a safe working environment across all assigned feed locations.

Essential Duties

• Follow all Company, OSHA, FDA, and FSMA safety and compliance standards.
• Support producers, nutritionists, and internal teams with strong customer service.
• Handle escalated customer issues related to feed quality, delivery, and performance.
• Promote a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Manage daily production schedules, mill run times, batching priorities, and delivery routing.
• Assign duties to ensure feed quality, service levels, and production timelines.
• Coordinate staffing, equipment needs, maintenance, and operational improvements.
• Oversee weekly inventories for ingredients, grain, micros, finished feed, and quality holds.
• Maintain and enforce SOPs, quality checks, and safety protocols.
• Train and coach staff on regulatory, operational, and safety standards.
• Implement company policies and develop site-specific SOPs.
• Develop annual budgets; monitor shrink, maintenance, labor efficiency, and profitability.
• Ensure safe equipment operation (LOTO, confined space, dust control, etc.).
• Manage employee relations, performance, and personnel issues.
• Maintain mill housekeeping and facility cleanliness.
• Oversee minor repairs and maintenance tasks to ensure reliability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of Operations Supervisors, Logistics Supervisors, Grain Supervisor, CSR's, and production staff.
• Responsible for hiring, training, performance management, discipline, and workflow coordination.
• Serve as coach/mentor and provide daily operational guidance.

ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.

If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.

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