2nd Shift Mill Technician

The Wenger Group is a leading Northeast family-owned organization headquartered in Pennsylvania, specializing in animal nutrition, specialty protein production, on-farm services, and grain, fertilizer, and ingredient procurement. With over 850 team members, we are a stable, growing company in the essential agriculture sector.

About the role

The Mill Technician I is an integral part of the team, responsible for grain testing and the manual addition of feed ingredients following operating procedures. This role also introduces inventory management, equipment maintenance and operation, and housekeeping activities. Compliance with company policies and all applicable regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Milling Operations:
  • Perform grain testing including DON testing, dockage, moisture, bushel weight, and foreign material analysis; auto and manual truck probing.
  • Execute "hand-adds," the manual addition of feed ingredients, and accurately record medication and vitamin usage.
  • Develop a basic understanding of animal nutrition and ingredient interactions with milling and grinding processes.
  • Clean and perform routine housekeeping of the mill.
  • Understand and perform general mechanical duties.
  • Navigate, use, and understand Laserfiche, The Wenger System, and WEM as appropriate.
• Ingredient and Inventory Management:
  • Maintain bag inventories, stacked and orderly.
• Administrative and Other:
  • Complete required training in a timely manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Mill Manager, Mill Supervisor, or Mill Shift Supervisor.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and under close supervision.
• Understanding and adherence to Food Safety Standards (FSMA and SQF) and State regulations.
• Basic math skills and critical thinking.
• Positive attitude and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively, promoting teamwork and adaptability to change.
• Demonstrates safe behavior and follows policies and procedures.
• General mechanical ability and alignment with Wenger's Core Values.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. repeatedly and up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in high places, confined spaces, and dusty conditions.
• A minimum of one (1) year in Level I is required for developing skill sets for Level II.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Parental Leave, and more.
• Carebridge Employee Assistance Program for all full-time members.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Medical Flexible Spending Account.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Pet Insurance.
• Shift differentials: $2/hour for 2nd and 3rd shifts; $3/hour for weekend shifts.
• Potential yearly bonus based on company goals achievement.
• Promotional opportunities and rewards/recognition programs.
• Robust onboarding and training program.
• Employee Discount Programs (Perks at Work) and referral program.
• Encouraging and collaborative culture.