Plant Manager

Heritage Cooperative is always looking for friendly, outgoing, customer-service driven employees. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are constantly thinking outside of the box for new ways to make working at Heritage Cooperative attractive to our current and prospective employees. If you see yourself as a future Plant Manager with Heritage Cooperative, apply TODAY at www.heritagecooperative.com/Careers!

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to frequently stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to frequently lift and/or carry heavy objects no more than 50 pounds
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed
• Willingness to work various weather elements including cold, heat, wind, rain, etc
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
• Respectable mechanical skills
• Hands on experience in an ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Knowledge of ag technology tools
• Self-motivated with a strong initiative
• Solid decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience and knowledge of feed production or similar manufacturing
• Proven leadership experience in a team environment
• Independent Work Ethic

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Driver’s License, with acceptable driving record
• Forklift Certified
• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or equivalent experience
• Previous Feed Experience

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Serve as a positive representation of Heritage Cooperative’s Core Values
  1. Provide Superior Customer Service
  2. Highest Standards of Integrity and Trust
  3. Continuous Improvement
  4. Being a Good Partner
• Demonstrate ability to multitask
• Act with integrity and deliver results
• Assist with maintaining company safety program
• Conduct and lead inventory teams through month end inventory and work to reduce shrink
• Develop, maintain and monitor standard operating procedures for all processes
• Effectively meet all internal and external regulatory compliance requirements
• Ensure that customer service, and product quality provided by the facility meet the expectations established by heritage cooperative, our customers and the marketplace
• Demonstrate high level customer support
• Lead by example with respect, integrity and ethics
• Maintain and enhance ongoing training of production employees on equipment operation, set-up, troubleshooting and process optimization
• Maintain feed tags and inspect for accuracy
• Make recommendations to improve production, safety, quality and cost savings
• Manage the employees at the facility in a manner that maximizes the safety, quality, effectiveness and efficiency of the operation
• Monitor and adjust settings on baggers, hangers, sewing machines, robotic palletizers, pellet mill etc. To achieve maximum performance and efficiency
• Promote the vision of customer focus
• Provide a safe work environment for all employees, an effective facility to meet product specifications and an efficient operation that can meet cost and service expectations
• Responsible for all plant maintenance
• Responsible for execution of the daily production schedule
• Review and investigate feed and drug assays
• Supervise and motivate employees as needed
• Supervise production activities, check and sign off on daily production reports, check run yields, sequencing, flushing, etc
• Abide by all safety regulations to ensure safety of oneself, coworkers and customers
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently required to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
• Frequently required to lift and/or carry heavy objects no more than 50 pounds

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed
• Willingness to work various weather elements including cold, heat, wind, rain, etc

DISCLAIMER

The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Heritage Cooperative retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice to the employee.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Heritage Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Heritage Cooperative complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Heritage Cooperative expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Heritage Cooperative’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.