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Feed Mil Management


Ass't Feed Mill Manager  Jerome, ID  
Job Description

Job ID#:

167370

Job Category:

Feed Mil Management


We are excited to make you aware of an opportunity to take over the management of a leading animal nutritoin company's VTM compound producing facility.  This manager will be groomed to take over as the incumbent prepares for retirement and will lead a small team in a well-established and critical producer of VTM compounds serving monogastric & ruminant species.

COMPANY:
  • Established company with excellent reputation in the industry
  • One of the top VTM compound producing locations company-wide
  • Thriving Agricultural Area
  • FDA Certified
  • Stable tenured work force
  • Top level management in place
 
BENEFITS & FEATURES
  • Excellent benefit package
  • Growth Plan Bonus
  • 5-day work week, 1 shift, Saturdays if needed
  • Updating the ERP system over the next year
  • Using REPETE
  • Company lives their Core Values
  • Strong commitment to cross training of staff
 
SUMMARY:  
The current plant manager will be retiring within a few years - this person will be groomed to take his place.  You will learn ALL aspects of this VTM compound producing facility including production, processing, delivery and all office functions.

THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY:
  • Assist in the management and learn all aspects of the day-to-day operations for the mill including production, quality, maintenance, office functions & delivery
  • Ensure quality products are delivered on a timely basis
  • Facilitate the rotation of the work force in the different sections (receiving, mixing, bagging & delivery)
  • Maintain quality in accordance with FSMA compliance protocols
  • Evaluate operations and identify areas for continuous improvement
  • Oversee and perform routine maintenance on facilities, equipment & fleet
  • Maintain DOT compliance
  • Observe and learn all aspects of the business functions in order to better manage them
  • Continued implementation of the Safety Program protocols along with OSHA compliance

 
Job Requirements

 

COMMUNITY: Bancroft, IA
  • Population: ~699 (2020 census)
  • Parks & Recreation: Memorial Park, municipal pool with bathhouse, playgrounds, lighted tennis and softball courts, camping facilities, health club, golf course, bowling alley renovations underway
  • Culture & Heritage: The Bancroft Community Historical Society Museum (opened 1976) showcasing local artifacts, with summer-hour access and educational programming
  • Festivities like Fall Bonanza and Holidazzle punctuate community life
  • Active Main Street featuring grocery, hardware, pharmacy, restaurants, fitness center, local bank, spa, auto services, and S&B Farmstead Distillery
  • Median home value: ~$110K
  • Cost of living index: ~81.5 (U.S. average = 100)
  • Median household income (2024): ~$52.8K; housing affordability index very favorable (~184)
  • Population density is very low, about 15 people per square mile
  • Situated in north-central Iowa, bordered by Minnesota to the north and several Iowa counties on all sides

BACKGROUND PROFILE: 
  • 5 years of feed mill management in either a commercial mill or grain elevator setting
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Skilled in all aspects of milling operations
  • Hands-On and Effective Communicator
  • Successful team builder
  • Ability to establish credibility with work force and customer base
  • Strong track record of success in safety
  • Strong mechanical aptitude (maintenance/equipment knowledge)
  • Knowledge of FSMA guidelines and track record of compliance
  • Track record of providing a quality product on a consistent basis
  • DOT Regulations knowledge and experience




 

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