Feed Mill & Cotton Gin Operations Manager

About New Dawn Gin

New Dawn Gin & Feed is a Texas-based agricultural operation serving local producers through cattle feed manufacturing, cottonseed processing, oil milling, and cotton ginning. We are committed to quality production, operational integrity, and supporting the agricultural community we serve.

With the addition of a new oil press facility and continued seasonal cotton ginning operations, we are seeking a strong operational leader to oversee and coordinate these divisions.

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a Feed Mill & Cotton Gin Operations Manager — a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing daily operations and performance of:

• Bulk cattle feed production
• Bagged feed and cottonseed products
• Oil press / oil mill operations
• Cotton gin operations (during ginning season)

This role requires someone who is comfortable managing production teams, overseeing equipment and workflow, and ensuring operations run efficiently and profitably. The right candidate will balance people leadership, production planning, and cost awareness, especially during peak seasonal demands.

This is a leadership role for someone who prefers being present in the operation, solving problems in real time, and maintaining strong accountability across teams.

Reports To:

Ownership / Senior Management

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily production across feed mill, oil press, and gin operations.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and seasonal workforce demands.
• Ensure safety, quality control, and compliance standards are maintained.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot operational challenges and minimize downtime.
• Lead and develop production staff through training and accountability.

Performance & Financial Oversight

• Monitor production efficiency, labor usage, and material yield.
• Work with management to manage budgets, control operating costs, and protect margins.
• Track throughput, seasonal performance metrics, and key operational data.
• Assist in planning for capital improvements and operational upgrades.
• Make decisions that support long-term operational sustainability and profitability.

Who You Are

• You’re a practical, steady leader who isn’t afraid to step into the production floor.
• You understand that efficiency and cost control matter just as much as production volume.
• You can lead a team while also managing equipment, timelines, and seasonal pressure.
• You stay calm under peak-season demand.
• You take ownership — when something breaks, slows down, or goes wrong, you move toward it, not away from it.
• You’re comfortable working extended hours during ginning season.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical, mechanical, or agricultural background preferred.
• Previous experience in feed mill, grain handling, oil milling, cotton ginning, or similar industrial/ag operation strongly preferred.
• Supervisory or management experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot industrial equipment.
• Experience managing production budgets, cost controls, or operational performance metrics preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in indoor/outdoor production environments.
• Forklift and heavy equipment experience preferred.

Compensation

• Salary: $50,000 – $70,000, based on experience.
• Full-time position.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible after 90-day probationary period for employees working 30+ hours/week).
• Paid Time Off for full-time employees (as defined in company handbook).
• Long-term leadership opportunity in a growing agricultural operation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cotton Ginning: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person