Feed Mill Production Manager in Abbotsford

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Responsible to the Operations Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for supervising anddirecting production personnel related to the day-to-day operations of themill, coordinating, directing, and evaluating of work flow and activities ofthe feed mill employees.

The Production Manager is responsible for implementingand maintaining company standards, policies, and procedures.

This is a "hands-on" position, requiring office time as well as considerabletime in overseeing mill staff andbeing in contact with customers and suppliers.

• GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for following biosecurity and othercompany policies.
• Responsible for the knowledge of all WHMIS and TDGregulations and procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of and, executes all Company Safety Policies and Procedures as required by the organization and otherregulatory agencies.
• Responsible for being self-motivated and being able to work independently
• Maintains and represents a professional andpositive image for the company at all times
• Functions as a team member
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including holiday relief.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Responsible for feed production and all feed plant-related activities.
• Direct, plan, coordinate, and participate in thedaily operations of the feed mill.
• Increase production, asset capacity, andflexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining qualitystandards.
• Responsible for production output, product quality, and on-time deliveries.
• Monitor and ensure that all personnel are properlytrained, cross-trained, and multi-skilled.
• Provide a strong "hands-on" style ofmanagement, utilizing labour skills and abilities where needed to ensure feedmill needs are met in the most effective, efficient, and cost-effective manner.
• Assist with and maintain any ongoingcertifications and any future beneficial certifications.
• Ensure Feed Mill activities comply with applicablemunicipal, provincial, and federal authorities; ensure required documents andpermits are obtained, including CFIA.
• Update and maintain HACCP program, GMP program, and Safety Programs, including regular audits.
• Update facility HACCP system to ensure compliance with existing orchanging regulatory requirements.
• Update SOPs, programs, and forms as necessary as a result of HACCPreassessments and/or when program changes.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the milloperating systems.
• Liaise with the Maintenance Manager to ensure thatthe information is shared and reported.
• Develop and implement methods of assessingproductivity by evaluating and establishing standards to measure the qualityand quantity of production.
• Develop, implement, and monitor long-term andshort-term goals that meet and complement the organization’s objectives andmission statement.
• Establish and implement the measures necessary tosecure and control access to physical inventory.
• Responsible for creating and tracking data for theefficiencies of the mill using appropriate software when applicable.
• If an emergency occurs, assess the situation andtake immediate action to control and/or correct conditions, minimizing the effecton the Feed Mill personnel and operations.
• Collaborate and cooperate with other personnel toensure that activities are conducted in the best interest of the organization.
• Conduct regular performance reviews of personnelby means of scheduled evaluations and when otherwise warranted.
• Inform the Mill Operations Manager immediately ofconcerns or problems.
• Ensure all due diligencesteps are done immediately and accurately if any employee occurrence does notcoincide with company policy
• WORK EXPERIENCEREQUIREMENTS
• 2 years’ managerial experience in a productionfacility
• 1 year of experience working in logistics

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Excellentinterpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellentorganizational skills with the ability to devise new methods andprocedures to meet changing needs and conditions.
• Directexperience with budget preparation and cost control measures.
• Directexperience with computer software applications, particularly spreadsheetsand word processing, would be an asset to this position.
• Knowledgeof feed mill operations.
• Physicalstrength and stamina to fulfill the required duties and responsibilities.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Post-Secondary educationin Business Administration, Agriculture, or Engineering, or 5 years of relevantfeed mill experience.

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