A Production Plant Foreman works with the Plant Manager or Supervisor in scheduling the activities of the employees and team leaders. Meets regularly with the team leaders to communicate anticipated production sequences, to discuss potential production problems, and to provide opportunity for input on improvement of work processes and work flow. Assist in assuring quality and safety of production procedures.
Insight FS is headquartered in Jefferson, Wisconsin with 23 branches across the state and upper peninsula of Michigan. Insight FS has 430+ employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 50,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, agri-finance, precision agriculture, nutrient management, energy, feed, grain, and turf. Insight FS is part of the
GROWMARK
System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT
Provides leadership in the daily operations of the feed mill while ensuring compliance with all company policies, FSMA regulations, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assist the Feed Mill Branch Manager with directing daily operations of the feed mill. Provide and enforce safety training. Schedule feed mill activities to include feed manufacturing and shipments. Schedule production to meet mill requirements, ensuring proper sequence, clean-out procedures, products ordered and current inventories. Oversee and assist with inventory management. Assist with daily reporting (maintenance log, production record, inventory, batching summaries, etc.) and review daily production paperwork. Perform regular housekeeping audits. Comply with all company, FSMA regulations, and local, state and federal laws and regulations. Perform all activities required to complete daily feed mill checklist. Prepare and lead local safety meetings.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Provide input to location manager on performance of mill employee's. Follows GROWMARK's Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety , OSHA and DOT policies and procedures , as they apply . Performs all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Normally requires a high school diploma , or the equivalent thereof, and 3 years or more of related work experience de monstrat ing a knowledge of using technology within a production environment . Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
Frequently:
Required to lift 51 - 70 lbs as needed. Required to work in extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc) Exposed to working conditions which may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measureRequired to push heavy objects May be required to work at varying heights Ability to work extended hours during seasonal demands. Ability to travel independently and overnight. Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK's policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position. We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.
Our benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees' well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future. Offerings may include, but are not limited to:
UNITED STATES
Fully Funded Pension• 401(k) & Employer Match Medical, Dental, Vision HSA & Employer Contributions Life Insurance Disability Identity Protection The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match. •Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.
CANADA:
DC Pension Plan RRSP Medical, Dental, Vision Life Insurance Disability Volunteer Day Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type
