Feed Mill Operator 1st Shift

Description This position requires flexibility in starting and stopping times and involves frequent shift changes to cover vacations and working demands. This position also involves some mandatory weekend work". The normal hours for this position is an 8:00 am until 4:00 pm shift. In the future, these hours could change.

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for unloading bulk feed ingredients (Dry and Liquids) from either truck or rail using a computerized feed mill receiving control system. Responsible for learning all jobs within the feed mill and covering vacations and vacancies. Must be able to communicate with vendors, drivers, production and management. Essential sampling requirements and general feed mill housekeeping are also required duties.

Skills Required:

High School education or equivalent or past experience in feed milling. General computer knowledge with the ability to learn computerized control systems. Ability to multi-task. General Mechanical Knowledge with the ability to learn feed mill flows and conveying systems. Ability to operate a forklift and skid steer loader. Good written and verbal communication skills

Physical Demands:

This position operates mostly outside in extreme hot and cold temperatures. Eighty percent of the time, this position involves lifting in excess of 50 lbs., sweeping, shoveling and climbing stairs and ladders. This position also involves working off platforms and catwalks in excess of 100 feet in height. On occasion, long and continuous hours in a dusty environment. Must be physically able to wear and perform essential duties wearing a full-face respirator. EOE, including disability/vets