Feed Mill Supervisor - All Shifts - Roaring River, NC

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Ronda (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

FSA and HSA available

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. seeks a Feed Mill Supervisor to oversee daily mill operations, manage staff, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

You will coordinate feeding, storage, and distribution while partnering with QA, maintenance, and live production teams to optimize processes and meet production goals. The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of feed formulation and quality control, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced poultry feed environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s in agriculture, animal science, feed manufacturing, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years in feed mill ops or similar production environment preferred.
• 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

• Production Management: Supervise and coordinate feed mill operations to ensure efficient feed production.
• Team Leadership: Manage and train feed mill operators and production staff; promote safety and teamwork.
• Quality Control & Compliance: Ensure FDA/USDA/FSMA compliance and testing of ingredients.
• Maintenance & Equipment Oversight: Coordinate maintenance and troubleshoot equipment; recommend upgrades.
• Inventory & Logistics Management: Monitor raw materials and finished feed; optimize storage and distribution.
• Safety & Environmental Compliance: Enforce safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Track production data and drive efficiency improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's preferred in related field

Tools

Inventory management systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

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.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education
• Discount Program

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.

Team Leadership: 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.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement: 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 preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in feed mill operations or a similar production environment preferred.
• 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.

Biosecurity

Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild or exotic fowl to be considered, required to sign a Bio-security agreement to avoid any non-commercial avian species examples: chickens, ducks, birds, parakeets, parrots, etc. The Company Animal Welfare Policy must be followed at all times.

AI Policy

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance

Eligible: Yes

Work Shift

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

Background Checks

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.