Feed Mill Manager - South Central FS, Inc. - Watson, IL

Phase2 Technology; Watson (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

EAP

Job summary

Phase2 Technology seeks a Feed Mill Manager to direct daily feed manufacturing and delivery operations, ensuring high-quality products and FDA compliance. The role requires coordinating with upper management, vendors, farm managers, drivers, mill technicians and sales specialists to meet tight deadlines.

You will oversee production, maintain inventory controls, and drive cost-effective operations while adhering to safety and environmental policies.

Qualifications

• Experience directing feed manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, EPA, OSHA, DOT).
• Proven ability to manage production, scheduling, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the feed manufacturing department and coordinate production and delivery scheduling.
• Oversee all feed production and delivery activities.
• Establish inventory controls to meet targets and budgets.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure quality and cost-efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with transportation, environmental, and feed regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Inventory control

Budgeting

Vendor coordination

Biosecurity

Safety program

Team coordination

Job description

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

SALARY RANGE: $80,000-$110,000 PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Responsible for directing the daily operations, the entire feed manufacturing and delivery process, and for producing and delivering high quality feed to the organization's population. The Feed Mill Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with all governmental regulations and agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This position involves tight deadlines and scheduling, constant communication with upper management, vendors, and farm managers, feed truck drivers, mill technicians and feed sales specialists.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide leadership to all employees within the feed manufacturing department by establishing and communicating expectations, providing clear instructions and coordinating all production and delivery scheduling.
• Oversee all feed production and delivery activities.
• Establish and maintain an effective inventory control program to achieve budgeted targets.
• Work with company vendors to ensure high quality, cost effective and value-added feed products.
• Understand and ensure compliance with all transportation, environmental and feed production regulations and policies.
• Direct all feed transportation operations with focus on bio-security, efficiency, value and timeliness.
• Coordinate and monitor all feed production equipment, facility and truck maintenance/repairs.
• Manage and maintain an adequate yet cost effective grain, ingredient and supplement inventory.
• Maintain all required records related to production, drug/supplement usage and feed transportation.
• Compare cost on tools, parts and materials needed for the department.
• Prepare and monitor all feed production/transportation related budgeting and financial controls.
• Provide information and recommendations to upper management related to feed production/transport and related cost reduction opportunities.
• Develop and evaluate the efficiency of all related standard operating procedures and training regimens.
• Develop, communicate and enforce all feed production and delivery related biosecurity rules and practices.
• Administer an effective safety program to ensure safe equipment, a safe environment and policies/procedures that define safe work habits.
• Participate as a contributing team member, in appropriate company-wide meetings and trainings.
• Directly supervise employees and carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies/procedures and applicable laws.

• Successfully adhere to safety rules and company policies and procedures. EHS, EPA, OSHA, DOT and other regulatory agency policies and procedures must be adhered to at all times.

• All other duties as assigned.

We are dedicated to supporting the long‑term financial well‑being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work‑life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well‑being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

• fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future.
• medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection
• generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job‑related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.