Assistant Production Supervisor

Company Overview

Livestock Nutrition Center specializes in blending customized rations, supplements and premixes to meet the specific nutritional needs of Livestock Producer's operations. We understand that management, performance objectives and feeding practices can be vastly different between operations, and that these differences dictate specific nutritional or formulation requirements. Our experienced sales staff and nutritionist will work with the Producer to design a feeding program that is specific to their operation.

Mission Statement

Our Mission is to add value to the suppliers and end users in the feed ingredient supply chain through distribution, processing and service.

Guiding Principle

Our focus is to provide customized feeding programs, nutritional products, and expert service to livestock producers that promote their long-term success and profitability.

Position Summary

The Assistant Production Supervisor is to assist the Production Supervisor in the operation and processing of the feed mill. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following facets of the operation and mixing of feed, depending on the individual’s location:

Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee operational processes of the feed mill.
• Lead all necessary training for production/processing/trucking personnel at the feed mill.
• Assist with Preventative Maintenance programs and all equipment maintenance with production/processing and maintenance teams. This includes production and delivery equipment.
• Perform daily med logs for production team.
• Assist in selection and hiring of all hourly production personnel at facility.
• Ensure timely ordering and receiving of minerals for production and customer needs by communicating daily and weekly to the sales and procurement team.
• Ensure proper mixing of all feeds and load out of trucks.
• Assist in plant operations including mixing, loading, and unloading of products.
• Assist with production goals for efficiency and on time deliveries.
• Assist in coordinating feed delivery schedules with the Production Supervisor, and production team.
• Lead, educate, implement, and strictly enforce all LNC Safety and Compliance procedures and programs at the facility.
• Ensure the facility appearance and all personnel represent LNC in a professional manner.

Qualifications and Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong sense of Customer Service with both internal and external customers.
• Dedication to team environment.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to a fast and ever-changing environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead teams by example.
• Safety oriented mindset.
• Basic understanding of GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices) of Feed Manufacturing.

Desired Skills

• Supervisor experience
• Feed mill experience
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Inventory management experience
• Safety knowledge/experience

Benefits and Perks

All full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.