Feed Mill Manager

Brand-New Facility. Leadership Opportunity. Make Your Mark.

Agtegra Cooperative is looking for a Feed Mill Manager to lead operations at our brand-new facility in Faulkton, South Dakota!

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced operations leader to take ownership of a new facility, build a strong team, and establish a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence from the start.

As Feed Mill Manager, you'll oversee production, logistics, inventory, equipment reliability, and day-to-day operations while helping shape the future of this important investment in our agricultural communities.

If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys building successful teams, improving operations, and making a lasting impact, this is your opportunity to make your mark!

Why Agtegra?
Agtegra Cooperative is a farmer-owned agricultural cooperative headquartered in Aberdeen, South Dakota. With more than 70 locations and approximately 850 employees, we're proud to serve farmers, ranchers, and rural communities throughout North and South Dakota.

Our mission is simple: We will do something great for farms and families in rural communities that nobody else will do.

We're committed to investing in our people, facilities, and the future of agriculture. Our new Faulkton feed mill is an example of that commitment, creating an exciting opportunity for a leader who wants to be part of something new while making a meaningful difference for the producers we serve.

At Agtegra, your personal and professional needs matter. We offer competitive benefits, including healthcare, retirement, generous paid time off (PTO), family leave, and a clothing allowance, just to name a few.

It's more than a job. It's a place to Start Here. Grow Here.

APPLY TODAY!

What You'll Do

• As our Feed Mill Manager, you'll lead daily operations at our new Faulkton facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality feed production while developing a team focused on operational excellence and exceptional service.
• Lead a Brand-New Facility
• Oversee daily feed mill operations, ensuring efficient production, quality standards, and smooth workflow.
• Establish and maintain effective operating practices to support the success of the new facility.
• Manage customer order processing, ingredient receiving, feed loading, and finished product shipments.
• Coordinate closely with trucking dispatch teams to manage delivery schedules and resolve logistical challenges.
• Monitor facility performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and service.

Build and Develop a Strong Team

• Lead, coach, and motivate employees to achieve operational goals and performance expectations.
• Establish clear expectations, provide ongoing feedback, and hold team members accountable for results.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment built on safety, communication, and continuous improvement.
• Support employee development through training, coaching, and consistent application of company policies and practices.

Drive Operational and Financial Performance

• Develop and manage the facility's annual operating budget.
• Monitor operating expenses, control costs, and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
• Maintain accurate ingredient and finished product inventory, conduct audits, and resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze operational metrics to make informed decisions and improve facility performance.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and equipment reliability programs, coordinating repairs and service to minimize downtime.

Champion Safety, Quality, and Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture where employees take pride in working safely and producing quality products.
• Ensure compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and applicable feed safety standards.
• Ensure adherence to applicable OSHA, DOT, fleet safety, and company policies and procedures.

What You'll Bring
We're looking for a leader who brings operational knowledge, sound decision-making, and the ability to inspire a team. Experience in feed manufacturing, agricultural operations, or a related production environment can provide a strong foundation for success in this role.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; or an Associate's degree and five (5) years of related experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• English proficiency.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to meet the physical demands and working conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work extended hours, including weekends, holidays, or varying shifts as operational needs require.

• Preferred Qualifications
• Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) certification or training.
• Knowledge of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards.
• OSHA 10-hour and/or OSHA 30-hour training.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This is an active, hands-on leadership role in a feed mill environment. The position involves working in varying indoor and outdoor conditions, including exposure to dust, airborne particles, noise, moving mechanical equipment, temperature extremes, and other conditions typical of an agricultural production facility.
• Physical requirements include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, crawling, twisting, reaching, and working in elevated areas or confined spaces. The position requires regularly lifting or moving up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Appropriate personal protective equipment, including a respirator, may be required.

Ready to Build Something Great?
A brand-new facility. An opportunity to lead. A chance to make a lasting impact.

At Agtegra, you'll have the opportunity to lead an important operation, develop a talented team, and contribute to the success of the farmers and ranchers who depend on us.

If you're ready to bring your leadership skills to an exciting opportunity in agriculture, we encourage you to apply today!

Agtegra Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.