Feed Operations Supervisor

AgState; Sheldon (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Holidays

Job summary

AgState in Sheldon, IA is seeking a Feed Operations Supervisor to lead the feed department, optimize safety, quality, and customer service, and drive efficiency under the Location Lead.

You will hire and train staff, plan schedules, monitor performance, and coordinate with delivery and production teams to ensure timely, accurate feed production and on-time shipments, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• Requires valid state driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management; ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree or 1–2 years related experience; supervision training and budgeting desired.

Responsibilities

• Always utilize good customer service skills when servicing and greeting customers and when working with co-workers and other departments.
• Demonstrate work habits that develop, build, and support the team concept within the organization.
• Assist in establishing and communicating department goals with the feed team.
• Monitor employee performance and ensure safety policies are followed and equipment is operated safely.
• Ensure quality standards meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Coordinate daily schedule to expedite custom mixing and grinding.
• Coordinate with delivery team to deliver feed to customers safely and efficiently.
• Support training efforts for personnel and monitor employee performance.
• Share in monthly inventory accountability.

Skills

Driving license

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

Multi-tasking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Feed Operations Supervisor

Full Time Management Sheldon North, Sheldon, IA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1522

FEED OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

AgState is currently seeking a Feed Production Supervisor to support a fast-paced, diverse, and growing organization! Do you possess outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills? If so, this is the perfect position for you!

Under the direction of the Location Lead, plan and coordinate feed department personnel and operations in a manner that will optimize the company's market share and savings, improve the AgState's efficiency, promote safety, help achieve the company's missions and goals, and result in outstanding customer service. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include hiring and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in working with agriculture and providing exceptional customer service to our producers. You will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service, along with a stable career that offers outstanding benefits!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Always utilize good customer service skills, when servicing and greeting customers, and when working with co-workers and other departments within the company.
• Demonstrate work habits that develop, build, and support the team concept within the organization.
• Assist in the establishment and communication of department goals with the feed team.
• Monitor employee performance and ensure all employees comply and operate location equipment in a safe manner and safety policies are being followed.
• Ensure quality standards meet or exceed customers’ expectations.
• Coordinate daily schedule to expedite custom mixing and grinding.
• Ensure equipment is maintained on a regular schedule to avoid breakdowns and anticipate and plan for major overhauls requiring shutdowns.
• Coordinate with delivery team to deliver feed to customers in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure all incoming shipments are unloaded promptly and a sample is captured with each load done by the production team.
• Support training efforts for personnel and monitor employee performance.
• Share in the accountability/responsibility of monthly inventory.
• Supports other locations as needed.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license and good driving record preferred.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills and ability to communicate effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Additional training in supervisory skills, agronomic background and budgeting desired.

**Our values ~ RISE: Respect- ~ Integrity ~ Safety ~ Excellence **

AgState offers a generous benefits package including 401K Match or Defined Benefit (Pension) Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Salary Continuation, Long Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance, Career Growth and Development Opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Education Assistance, Employee discounts and local discounts, Paid Holidays, Clothing Allowance, and a generous Paid Time off Accrual.

Equal Opportunity Employer - we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage employees at AgState to bring authenticity to work every day.