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Assistant Plant Manager – Liquid Feed Supplement Facility – southeastern Minnesota

My client, a leading company in the Liquid Feed Supplement industry, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to fill the role of Assistant Plant Manager at their facility in southeastern Minnesota. This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in the day-to-day operations of a bulk and medicated liquid feed plant, playing a key role in optimizing efficiency, safety, and profitability. The Assistant Plant Manager will ensure effective handling of orders, especially those involving batch liquid feed products. This hands-on role also offers opportunities to contribute to regional and global projects. 

Company Background
As a global supplier and the largest producer of liquid supplements for livestock, the company manufactures a range of products including tub supplements, feed mill products, dried molasses, and industrial products. They also leverage co-products from various industries to create safe, high-quality, and cost-effective livestock feed supplements. With 21 production facilities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, the company is a world leader in trading agricultural products.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of plant employees (team of up to 8)
• Assist the Plant Manager with recruitment, training, performance management, and discipline.
• Enforce company policies to ensure a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.
• Coordinate production and receiving to ensure accurate order fulfillment.
• Observe operations and recommend efficiency improvements.
• Assist with customer service activities, serving as a customer contact alongside the Plant Manager.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations, including product mixing and blending.
• Plan and maintain records for all medicated products.
• Assist with plant audits and special projects as needed.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues and employees, providing constructive feedback.
• Identify and promptly resolve problems.
• Maintain confidentiality and support team efforts.

Skills and Expertise

• 3-5 years of experience as a lead/senior plant operator, preferably in agricultural liquids, feed mills, chemicals, or similar industries.
• Strong knowledge of staff supervision and operating equipment.
• Mechanically inclined is necessary
• Familiarity with FDA regulations.
• Understanding of process equipment and mechanical systems.
• BS degree preferred
• Customer service-oriented with strong attention to detail in documentation.
• Proficient in reading, analyzing, and interpreting documents and blueprints; capable of writing reports.
• Effective communication skills with staff, co-workers, management, and customers.
• Physically fit and able to work outside for extended periods in various weather conditions.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Forklift operation skills.
• Knowledge of safe handling of chemicals and hazardous substances.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of learning other software.

Compensation: $80K-$90K w/ 5% target bonus, plus benefits, relocation assistance, EOE; No sponsorship available.