2027 Feed Yard Intern
About the role
Learns and performs the daily operation of feed mill, feeding department, cattle department, and yard operations for completion of the internship.
Responsibilities
- Internship rotation through Mill and Feeding, Cattle and Yard Operations
- Duties will vary based on internship parameters and fulfilling the needs of the feed yard
- Complies with applicable OSHA, FDA, and EPA regulations; maintains appropriate compliance records
- Sets a positive example by modeling safe work practices and following safety rules and policies
- May participate in department meetings and special projects as they apply to the internship for the benefit of Five Rivers
Qualifications
- In progress: Undergraduate degree in a related field
- Knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software and Database software
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Competencies
- Coordinate projects
- Manage difficult or emotional employee situations
- Participate in meetings
- Understand business implications of decisions
- Work within the approved budget
- Develop and implement cost-saving measures
- Conserve organizational resources
- Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy
- Adapt to changes in the work environment
- Exhibit sound and accurate judgment
- Observe safety and security procedures
- Report potentially unsafe conditions
Work environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and is exposed to work in high, precarious places.
Physical demands
The employee is required to adhere to the department demands as assigned, i.e. Mill: wear hardhat; eye, ear, and respiratory protection daily. Frequently to Occasionally the employee is required to push/pull, reach, bend, run, sit, stand, jump, climb, squat, kneel, lift, carry, twist, grasp/squeeze. Working with or near cattle, horses, vehicles, and equipment in all weather conditions.