Hands-On Feed Mill Manager — On-Site

Happy Egg Company; Cromwell (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Happy Egg Company in Cromwell, IN is seeking a hands-on Feed Mill Manager to direct schedules, people, equipment, and quality on-site. You will partner with our team to ensure every barn is fed on time and to maintain a safety-first culture across all shifts.

You will lead production planning, manage grain inventories, and coordinate with third-party mills while driving continuous improvement and tight cost control on the floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) plus 4–10 years of related experience.
• Comfort with data and software – databases, Easy Automation, and Microsoft Office.
• Solid math and practical problem-solving on a busy production floor.
• Clear communication with everyone – from the mill floor to the leadership team.
• Flexibility to adjust schedules and a readiness for an active, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Run the schedule. Build weekly feed schedules and production plans so every barn is fed on time.
• Own quality & output. Oversee production, procurement, and quality control to get the most from people and equipment.
• Keep grain flowing. Partner with the elevator team to build and maintain grain inventories, and oversee the fleet that moves it.
• Roll with the curveballs. Re-prioritize fast around equipment hiccups so the hens never miss a meal.
• Get hands-on. Jump in to mix feed and run the mill alongside your team whenever it counts.
• Work across the barn. Team up with live production and our nutritionist to boost flock performance and dial in every diet.
• Lead the crew. Hire, train, and grow a great mill team - and keep safety front and center every day.
• Think big. Track production data, help close the books, and shape the strategic direction of the mill.
• Manage relationships with our 3rd Party Feed Mills.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Easy Automation

Microsoft Office

Databases

Job description

The Happy Egg Company in Cromwell, IN is seeking a hands-on Feed Mill Manager to direct schedules, people, equipment, and quality on-site. You will partner with our team to ensure every barn is fed on time and to maintain a safety-first culture across all shifts.

You will lead production planning, manage grain inventories, and coordinate with third-party mills while driving continuous improvement and tight cost control on the floor.