Cobb - Feed Mill Manager, 1st Shift - South Carolina Feed Mill (Joanna, SC)
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Job Details:
Summary:
This position is responsible for managing the production and delivery of high-quality feed to Tyson Growers in the most cost-effective manner while ensuring full compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Key duties include maintaining daily ingredient inventory for Tyson and FDA compliance, monitoring driver reports for DOT compliance, and leading team members across Production, Housekeeping, and Preventative Maintenance functions.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Coordinating production schedules and ingredient orders
- Scheduling feed recovery
- Overseeing preventive maintenance and parts ordering
- Managing inventory levels to remain within tolerance for both parts and ingredients
This role plays a critical part in utilizing continuous improvement tools to enhance:
- Pellet and crumble quality
- Production efficiency (tons per hour/week)
- Load efficiency and delivery turnaround times
The successful candidate will lead a strong safety culture, provide effective training, and communicate clearly with team members to resolve any operational issues in both mill and trucking operations. This position also serves as the primary contact for addressing customer concerns related to feed quality, delivery, and recovery.
Budget and capital planning responsibilities are also essential, including the development and execution of operational budgets and capital requests. This position will report directly to management, drive improvement in key performance metrics, and serve as the primary liaison with the complex’s toll-milling partner.
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent management experience considered
- Experience: Minimum of 4 years’ experience in feed mill operations and feed delivery management
- Travel: Minimal travel required
- Computer Skills: Proficient in using spreadsheets, writing documents, and generating data queries
- Additional Requirements: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record in accordance with Tyson’s Fleet Safety Manual
At Cobb Vantress, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.
Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment. All U.S. based team members are eligible for select fully funded diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment.
We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Telehealth services
- Well-Being Support Programs
- FSA and HSA available
- 401k
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
- Fully Funded Education
- Discount Program
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Relocation Assistance Eligible:
YesWork Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
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