Blending Manager

Purpose:

The Manager of Blending is responsible for on-time, clean, safe, productive, and efficient manufacturing as well as the related personnel at the Stockyards facility.

Accountabilities:

• Recruit, train, manage, develop, motivate, and review manufacturing personnel to meet production objectives safely and effectively
• Oversee records management associated with production
• Lead the team managers who supervise employees in production efforts, maintaining responsibility for the overall direction, coordination, and personnel evaluation
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and proper records for all drugs used in manufacturing
• Coordinate communication between departments and divisions pertinent to maintaining manufacturing effectiveness and efficiency
• Stay informed of new manufacturing technologies and equipment that would reduce costs or improve effectiveness
• Provide information and recommendations to the Director of Blending related to production effectiveness and related cost-reduction opportunities
• Establish specific performance criteria and conduct CONNECTs to ensure each direct report meets performance objectives
• Act as coach and counsel to each direct report by participating with them in their assigned roles to critique their performance both positively (recognition) and constructively (suggestions for improvement)
• Follow all standard operating procedures as well as requirements set by SFSF, NASC, and FAMI-QS

Qualifications:

• Ability to pass a written and driving exam to prove capability of safely operating a forklift
• At least 5 years of experience in the manufacturing of premixes
• Experience managing projects
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs such as Word (to write business correspondence), Excel (for use of spreadsheets, reporting, simple formulas), and Outlook (for internal and external correspondence)
• Physically able to lift and move 50lb. on a regular basis
• Willing and able to wear the necessary Personal Protection equipment (PPE) (i.e. hard hats, safety glasses, face shield, chemical suit, respirator, ear plugs, hearing protection, steel-toe boots or safety shoes , and other PPE required by specific jobs)
• Willing and able to work off hours, overtime, weekends, and holidays, as needed

Other Qualifications:

Required educations

• Bachelor’s degree or work experience equivalent

Skills:

• Problem Solving Skills, Strong Communication Skills, Planning & Organizational Skills
• Positive attitude and unquestionable ethics
• Excellent personal motivation
• Attention to detail and accuracy while multitasking as necessary
• Strong organizational skills as well as good written and verbal communication skills