Feed Mill Supervisor

Tyson Foods; Temperanceville (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Virginia is seeking a Feed Mill Supervisor to oversee daily operations, manage staff, and ensure safe, efficient production of high‑quality poultry feed.

You will collaborate with quality assurance, maintenance, and live production teams to optimize feed formulation, monitor equipment, maintain records, and uphold regulatory and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate/bachelor preferred.
• 3+ years in feed mill operations or similar production environment.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of feed formulation, processing, and quality control.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for animal feed production.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills for feed mill equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate feed mill operations to ensure efficient production.
• Monitor ingredient mixing, grinding, and pelletizing processes to maintain feed quality standards.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and inventory management of raw materials and finished feed.
• Manage and train feed mill operators and production staff.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor employee performance.
• Promote a culture of safety, efficiency, and teamwork within the feed mill.
• Oversee maintenance and equipment upgrades to boost efficiency.
• Coordinate feed deliveries with live production teams to ensure timely distribution.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with FDA/USDA/FSMA and feed safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Feed formulation knowledge

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in agriculture/animal science/feed manufacturing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory management systems

Job description

The Feed Mill Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations in the feed mill to ensure efficient production of high-quality poultry feed. This role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, maintaining equipment, and optimizing processes to meet production goals. The supervisor works closely with quality assurance, maintenance, and live production teams to ensure proper feed formulation and distribution.

Responsibilities:

Production Management:

• Supervise and coordinate feed mill operations to ensure efficient feed production.
• Monitor ingredient mixing, grinding, and pelletizing processes to maintain feed quality standards.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and inventory management of raw materials and finished feed.
• Manage and train feed mill operators and production staff.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor employee performance.
• Promote a culture of safety, efficiency, and teamwork within the feed mill.

Quality Control & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, USDA, FSMA) and company feed safety protocols.
• Oversee sampling and testing of feed ingredients to ensure quality and nutritional accuracy.
• Maintain compliance with biosecurity and sanitation requirements.

Maintenance & Equipment Oversight:

• Work with the maintenance team to ensure the proper functioning of feed mill machinery and equipment.
• Schedule routine maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical issues as needed.
• Identify and recommend equipment upgrades to improve efficiency.

Inventory & Logistics Management:

• Monitor raw material and feed inventory levels to prevent shortages.
• Coordinate feed deliveries with live production teams to ensure timely distribution.
• Optimize storage and handling procedures to reduce waste and contamination risks.

Safety & Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure all employees follow safety procedures and wear required protective equipment.
• Conduct safety training and implement best practices to prevent workplace accidents.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to feed production and waste management.
• Maintain accurate records of production data, ingredient usage, and maintenance activities.
• Analyze operational metrics and identify areas for process improvement.
• Implement efficiency strategies to reduce costs while maintaining feed quality.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in agriculture, animal science, feed manufacturing, or a related field is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in feed mill operations or a similar production environment.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of feed formulation, processing, and quality control.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for animal feed production.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills for feed mill equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory management systems.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in poultry or livestock feed production.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental compliance in feed milling.
• Ability to operate and adjust automated feed mill equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a feed mill environment with exposure to dust, noise, and varying temperatures.
• Capable of standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and on-call shifts as needed.

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