Plant Manager - Animal Nutrition

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Description

Feed Mill Plant Manager

ALCIVIA is seeking a Feed Mill Plant Manager to lead operations and ensure the efficient, safe, and timely handling of feed products at the Menomonie Feed Mill location. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of mill operations, including personnel leadership, safety, maintenance, procurement, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.

The Plant Manager will direct daily operations related to the manufacturing, inspecting, testing, receiving, mixing, packaging, and loading of animal feed products. This leader will supervise Feed Manufacturing Operators and Feed Delivery Drivers while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Leadership

• Oversee daily operational processes to ensure efficiency, productivity, and accuracy
• Manage, direct, and motivate team members in day-to-day activities
• Lead, coach, counsel, discipline, and retain employees using fair and consistent practices
• Ensure proper training, development, and performance management of staff
• Foster collaboration across locations and divisions

Production & Logistics

• Supervise efficient loading and unloading of products
• Oversee manufacturing processes including receiving, mixing, packaging, and shipping feed
• Manage the finished feed delivery fleet
• Maintain accurate inventory levels for all products

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce ALCIVIA safety policies and ensure adherence to OSHA and regulatory standards
• Ensure compliance with FSMA/HACCP requirements and all applicable laws
• Maintain facility housekeeping, sanitation, and equipment maintenance standards
• Serve as primary contact for safety incidents, breakdowns, and emergencies

Financial & Strategic Management

• Manage budgeting, capital expenditures, and maintenance costs
• Understand and monitor the financial impact of product quality and operational decisions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Quality & Customer Experience

• Ensure adherence to Quality Management Programs and ALCIVIA SOPs
• Oversee product integrity including appearance, moisture, and consistency standards
• Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure satisfaction
• Respond proactively to customer feedback to exceed expectations
• Promote appreciation for member loyalty and support

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• 4-6 years of business or operations experience
• 2-4 years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills
• Financial literacy with understanding of profit/loss impact
• Effective communication and leadership skills
• Proven ability to coach, develop, and manage performance
• Strong ethical standards and core values
• Proficiency with computer systems and willingness to learn new tools
• Ability to operate equipment such as forklifts, grain sweeps, and hand tools
• Commitment to maintaining a safety-first workplace

Why Join ALCIVIA?

At ALCIVIA, we are committed to supporting our members, employees, and communities through strong values, teamwork, and innovation. As a Feed Mill Plant Manager, you'll play a critical role in delivering high-quality products while building a culture centered on safety, accountability, and service excellence.

Benefits:

Full-time benefit eligibility begins the 1st of the month following date of hire.

• Medical Insurance, Health Savings Account (with Employer contributions), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Critical Illness Insurance, Group Accident Insurance, Group Hospital Insurance, Legal Shield, and ID Shield.
• 401K company match up to 6% and 100% vested day one.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Volunteer Time Off.
• 100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
• Company-Paid Training and Development Opportunities: Tuition Reimbursement, Certifications & Licenses, and more.
• Company Clothing and PPE Annual Allowance.