Build Your Career with Hubbard!

Hubbard is where expertise meets opportunity. We’re part of Akralos, a North American animal nutrition company built on the combined strengths of Alltech and ADM, two global leaders who’ve brought together their best people, proven products and shared commitment to excellence. At Hubbard, our team is at the heart of everything we do. From nutritionists and mill operators to sales professionals and support staff, every role contributes to our mission: partnering with customers to deliver results that matter. We serve livestock producers, equine owners and animal lovers across North America, providing the guidance, products and service they need to succeed — whether in the market or the show ring.

Job Summary

The role of Plant Manager is expected to manage the day-to-day operation of the plant, ensuring product is manufactured timely to meet customer orders. Ensure compliance in all areas of safety, product quality and regulatory compliance. This is a day shift positions with varying hours.

Key Responsibilities and Authority

1. Supervise employees to ensure proper procedures are followed for the manufacture, warehousing and delivery of product. Provide training, leadership and performance coaching as needed to ensure the success of the employees.
2. Lead and support the Safety programs to achieve the goal of World Class Safety.
3. Develop annual budget and capital expenditures plans for the location.
4. Develop operational goals and objectives for the location that will support the strategic goals of the business unit and of Akralos.
5. Assist in achieving strategic goals as established/announced each year (i.e. inventory goals, shrink goals, established benchmarking goals).
6. Ensure compliance with all regulations and all governmental regulatory agencies (e.g. OSHA, EPA, and FDA) with regards to products, safety and employment.
7. Assist in investigation and resolution of customer complaints regarding product quality.
8. Ensure product quality and customer service meets Akralos standards.
9. Collaborate with other Plant Managers within Akralos to share ideas, processes and information.

All positions and jobs within Akralos are required to follow established policy and procedures, understand and support the Core Values of the Akralos, communicate effectively with other employees and departments, complete other duties as may be assigned from time to time, to work safely at all times and to work the hours required to complete the job.

Supervision of others varies by location. Most will include direct supervision of the hourly workers and office staff. In larger facilities, will include direct supervision of a superintendent and indirect supervision of the hourly employees.

All positions with supervisory responsibility have the authority to hire, review, coach and counsel, make compensation recommendations and terminate the employment of assigned staff.

Qualifications

Education Level: 4-year degree
Monetary Level: P&L Responsibility
Computer Skills: Proficient
Experience Level: Varies
Policy Level: Enforce and create
Other Requirements:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced team that values your expertise and invests in your growth. Hubbard provides a competitive and comprehensive benefit package, effective on the first day of employment, which includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with generous company match
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Paid disability and life insurance plans
• Paid holidays, vacations and sick time
• Annual incentive opportunities for every position

Hubbard is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.