Agriculture + 2 more

Operations Manager – Feed mill

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Qualifications:

A degree or diploma in Ag Economics, Agri-Business, Engineering or related studies
10+ years of supervisory experience demonstrating the ability to provide successful leadership for an operational site
Prior experience in the agricultural industry with grain and crop inputs is required.
Leadership skills with experience of managing a large staff complement.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with livestock nutrition, including ration balancing.
Strong understanding and practical experience with CFIA and HACCP regulatory and health and safety standards.
Demonstrated knowledge of financial terms and reporting.

Operating the mill efficiently in order to produce feed volumes a per budget and as per market and own farms requirements, all the while attaining the budgeted cost/unit
Meeting set KPI’s and as per the strategic plan
Complying with HACCP in all its aspects
Assisting with procurement and receiving of raw materials
Stock control and stock management so as to maintain quality and minimise losses and theft opportunities
Liaising with farms to ensure timely manufacture and delivery of feeds
Reporting as required in a timely and accurate manner
Ensuring that labour practices in the mill are compliant with our HR policies
Interacting with staff and their representatives regularly to ensure the team is motivated and staff morale is high
Recruitment and training new staff as and when required
Plan for further expansion, as per the Company five-year plan
Continuous assessment of staff and staff needs, on site training and participation in the recruitment process, health and safety in the work place.
Any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor

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