AddressBasic Function and Scope of Responsibilities (other duties as assigned):
Reporting to the VP of Operations, the incumbent is responsible for the total operations of Mill 4 in East Berlin which consists of producing products to quality standards at the lowest possible cost by effective use of assigned resources (ie. Personnel, raw materials, equipment, and supporting services). Duties relative to this role will be scheduling, receiving, production and shipping of products to meet customer requirements and quality control standards.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Works with VP of Operations to develop yearly budgets and ensure adherence to meet plan. Plan and execute cost-savings measures as needed.
- Plan and execute priorities set with the VP of Operations which will include weekly production schedules, fumigation schedules, mill inspections, sanitation schedule, and safety training.
- Responsible for the development of direct reports providing feedback through disciplinary counseling, time and attendance, terminations, performance reviews, developmental plans, and salary reviews.
- Ensure government compliance (DEP, EPA, OSHA, Internal ISO, HACCP, GMP (Global (GAP), FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act.
- Develop and maintain programs for reduction of operating costs, extra work, year-round shift rotation, schedule, and overtime requirements.
- Maintains a high level of communication and coordination of three shifts.
- Assist Human Resources in the interview process and selection of new employees.
- Control and monitor overtime costs, inventory management, production output, plant efficiency, safety policies, and a significant commitment to year-end inventory.
- Maintain high product quality and sanitation standards. Partners with QA to resolve customer complaints, non-conformities, and corrective-preventative action requests.
- Directs operations to meet ISO and production standards, schedules, and customer requirements.
- Participates in plant-wide audits which includes and is not limited to (ie. NOAA, HACCP, ISO).
- Member of the Operations Leadership and Order Management team.
- Ensure the security of facilities along with food and defense security programs.
- Maintains a high level of communications with Maintenance, Purchasing, Tech Service, Transportation, Shipping (both locations), Customer Service Depts. regarding all production schedule items.
- Manages the Pest Control Program for Mill 4 and offsite warehouse at East Berlin.
Educational Requirements:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Bachelor Degree preferred
Training, Skills, Knowledge and/or Experience:
- Mechanical Aptitude /Automated Manufacturing Systems.
- Five years feed manufacturing experience in a senior supervisory role with exposure to all areas of a plant’s operations.
- Broad knowledge of manufacturing methods, production planning, and employee relations.
- Knowledge of automated manufacturing systems.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Supervisory Skills.
Competencies:
- Must be comfortable communicating with all areas of the company from management to manufacturing floor.
- Able to react quickly to changing demands of production schedule.
- Able to promote teamwork and cooperation between departments to obtain company objectives.
Contacts:
- All departments across the company organization.
- Consultants
- Customers
- Government Regulatory Agencies
- Manufacturing Personnel
- Outside Contractors / Vendors
- Temporary Employment Agencies
- Auditors
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Has Supervisory responsibility over Mill 4 Manufacturing Operation
Working Conditions
Physical surrounding: Basic computer knowledge, printer, scanner, and other machines as required.
Adverse working environment:
Must be able to sustain daily exposure to dust, noise, heat, and cold.
Exposure to dangerous machinery and other hazardous conditions requiring safety adherence to PPE, safety rules, and procedures at all times.
Physical Effort:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb on a continuous basis.
Must pass a job-related pre-employment physical and drug-alcohol screening.
Extensive Hours: Overtime work could be required based on production needs.
