Mill Manager-Bovina, TX

Friona Industries; Bovina (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Friona Industries in Texas seeks a Mill Manager Supervisor to oversee the feed mill at the Feedyard facility, guiding a 7-11 person team and ensuring safe, efficient operations in line with Nutritionist guidelines.

Responsibilities include scheduling ration flow, maintaining records, and upholding safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s in animal science or agriculture, 1–3 years in animal production, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science or related field is required.
• Experience in animal production is preferred; can substitute education.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems and oversee mill operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a mill team of 7–11 staff and monitor all mill tasks.
• Schedule ration flow to maximize efficiency and minimize carryover.
• Maintain records to ensure accurate physical inventory.
• Ensure safe working environment and adherence to safety policies.
• Coordinate with the Nutritionist to produce quality feeds.
• Fulfills reporting and HR-related responsibilities.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in animal science or agriculture-related field

Job description

General Description / Objective

The Friona Mill Manager Supervises and coordinates the activities of team members engaged in the care of the feed mill at the Feedyard facility.

Adheres to safety policies, responsible for expense management and Beef Quality Assurance Handling Guidelines.

The Mill Manager adds value and quality services to the Mill Department by ensuring safe, and quality feed processes in a timely manner. Successful candidates should be highly participative, team-orientated, and have high levels of communication.

Roles and Tasks

Mill Department:

• Manage a team of 7-11individuals, monitoring all mill tasks.
• Manage controls and scales to produce a consistent, top-quality ration per the Nutritionist guidelines.
• Maintain necessary records to ensure proper physical inventory in the ration.
• Schedule ration flow with feeders to provide maximum efficiency and minimum carryover of finished ration.
• Know the location of all mill machinery.
• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean working environment to ensure a safe working environment.
• Continual observation and adherence to safety policies and procedures
• Maintains inventory at desired levels.
• Fulfills all reporting and record-keeping requirements.
• Adhere to HR policies and best practices.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Profile / Professional Competencies

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in animal science or agriculture-related field.

Prefer at least three (1-3) years working with animal production.

Experience in lieu ofeducation considered.

Specific Knowledge:

• Able to troubleshoot mechanical problems.
• Experience with scheduling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with a fast-paced environment
• 3+ years of experience
• Knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines
• Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks.
• Able to lead and create a safe environment.

Position Requirements

Special Conditions / Requirements:

• Walking, standing, and engaging in movement throughout the day.
• variety of physical activities including bending, lifting, stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms above shoulders and head, standing, working in enclosed areas, climbing stairs or ladders, and operating heavy machinery.
• Work may be performed in cold and/or hot temperatures and the environment can be dusty.
• Work closely with the Leadership team at the facility.

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities and we will not unlawfully consider any factors of race, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender, disability veteran status or any and all other unlawful biases regarding federal, state or local laws with regard to workers or applicants.

Friona Industries participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employer’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.