Seed Plant Lead: Operations, Safety & Throughput

Millborn Seeds Inc; Sherman Township (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Millborn Seeds seeks a Seed Plant Manager to lead the Sherman, SD seed cleaning, storage, and packaging facility. This player-coach role combines hands-on operations with site leadership and accountability to maximize throughput and maintain quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates ownership mindset, and guides a small on-site team to deliver consistent, reliable results for customers in North America.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and coordinating a small team in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of seed processing, cleaning, and packaging operations.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot equipment and resolve production issues quickly.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and process standardization.
• Ability to manage workload, schedules, and throughput during peak periods.
• Team player with a humble, hungry, smart attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day seed cleaning, storage, and packaging operations.
• Oversee equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure quality, safety, and throughput targets are met.
• Coach and develop on-site team members and maintain accountability.
• Plan staffing and workflows to optimize production and efficiency.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe facility.

Skills

Leadership

Operations

Seed processing

Troubleshooting

Safety

Quality control

Job description

Millborn Seeds seeks a Seed Plant Manager to lead the Sherman, SD seed cleaning, storage, and packaging facility. This player-coach role combines hands-on operations with site leadership and accountability to maximize throughput and maintain quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates ownership mindset, and guides a small on-site team to deliver consistent, reliable results for customers in North America.