Mill Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

As a family company, Schwartz Farms, Inc. is committed to caring for its people and animals by demonstrating the values of humility, care, inegrity, discipline and excellance. Known for quality pork production, SFI is a proud advocate of creating opportunities for rural communities with presence in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska and South Dakota. As a premier pork producer, Schwartz Farms embraces itself for a challenging and rewarding future.We are seeking individuals who demonstrate these values for a Feed Mill Driver. As a Feed Mill Driver, you can count on becoming not just part of a growing company, but a family. POSITION OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSE:The Feed Mill Driver is responsible for delivering feed from the mill to various farm locations. Incumbent shall perform duties while promoting safety, care and timeliness. Individual shall uphold state and federal regulations and rules related to commercial transportation. Incumbent may also assist feed mill staff with mill functions from time to time.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Feed transportation & deliveryOperate truck in a manner consistent with commercial driving regulations and road restrictions, such as speed and weightParticipate in certification and training programs to maintain CDL requirements and promote safetyMaintain an alert countenance while drivingMaintain accurate internal records, including but not limited to:Verifying loads with shipping papersFollowing and maintaining documentation per SFI's Animal Food Safety PlanUtilize available technology to promote the availability of proper and timely production dataMaintain accurate DOT paperwork according to state and federal regulations, including but not limited to:Ensure cargo and truck equipment are secureConduct pre- and post-inspection(s) of truck(s), including adequate fuel and oil levels, as well as properly functioning brakes, windshield wipers, and lights Inspect fire extinguisher and other safety equipment regularlyIdentify gaps and areas of opportunities for annual DOT inspections, etc.Perform necessary functions at delivery sites, such as:Load and unload bulk feedClean up spilled feedReport to Feed Mill Manager when equipment does not work or is missingPerform emergency roadside repairs when necessaryMaintain truck/trailer so it is ready for use and deployment, including but not limited to:Wash truck/trailer per SFI protocolsFollow SFI biosecurity procedures at mill and delivery sitesPerform minor repairs on truck/trailer, when necessaryStakeholder relationsCollaborate with Feed Mill Manager and staff, introducing best practices, being adaptable to changing environments, etc.Promote Schwartz Farms, including but not limited to delivery sites, fuel stations, etc.Additional DutiesComplete roadside repairs when necessaryMaintain truck/trailer so it is ready for use and deployment, including but not limited to:Wash truck/trailer per SFI protocolsFollow SFI biosecurity procedures at mill and delivery sitesPerform minor repairs on truck/trailer, when necessaryStakeholder relationsCollaborate with Feed Mill Manager and staff, introducing best practices, being adaptable to changing environments, etc.Promote Schwartz Farms, including but not limited to delivery sites, fuel stations, etc.Additional DutiesDemonstrate Schwartz Farms' values of integrity, respect, excellence and adaptabilityAdvocate and engage in SFI's animal welfare policy, including promoting animal well-being, remedying circumstances which impede animal care, and properly reporting instances of mistreatment or abuseMaintain and promote a safe working environmentThe preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Additional duties may be assigned as they arise.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license and health cardClean driving recordAbility to meet DOT drug & alcohol requirementsAbility to perform basic math, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and divisionAble to readAble to follow instructionsAble to present Schwartz Farms in a professional mannerAble to lift 50 poundsDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Previous feed delivery experience3-5 years' driving experience The preceding qualifications are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience could provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job.WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENTPosition will involve travel and non-standard business hours. Majority of time will be spent operating feed truck. Physical work anticipated.
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