Feed Mill Operator

About the role

Join CHS as a Feed Mill Operator in Corsica, SD. In this hands-on role, you’ll produce high-quality livestock feed by operating equipment, supporting day-to-day production, and keeping the facility running safely and efficiently. No direct feed mill experience is required—we provide on-the-job training. This position offers schedule flexibility (1st to 3rd shift), onsite training, forklift certifications, and the opportunity to be part of the largest cooperative in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Operate feed mill equipment (grinders, mixers, batching/pelleting systems) to ensure product quality, safety, and throughput.
• Conduct continuous inspections, monitor equipment, record operating parameters, and adjust machinery to meet specifications and production targets.
• Comply with regulations, complete necessary recordkeeping, and implement safety requirements.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance (greasing, inspections, minor troubleshooting) and report mechanical issues.
• Maintain housekeeping, sanitation schedules, and the general appearance of the work area.
• Receive, handle, and move feed ingredients; load and unload trucks.
• Prepare and manage loadout, including opening hatches, attaching hoses, sampling, and ensuring accurate product delivery.
• Complete initial, ongoing, and supplemental training.
• Promote a strong safety culture, identify workplace hazards, and correct or report unsafe conditions.
• Collaborate with co-workers to support plant operations, solve problems, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operations.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in operations, production, manufacturing, and/or agriculture environments.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.
• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Agriculture experience preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work independently for extended periods, including in confined spaces and hazardous environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, and climb steps/ladders for long periods, including working at heights up to 120 ft.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Ability to wear required protective equipment (respirators, hard hats, eye/hearing protection).
• Ability to use automated and manual tools/equipment.
• Ability to shovel, sweep, load, and unload materials in noisy, dusty, and all-weather conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive base wage with potential for bonuses, incentives, or commissions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Life insurance and health/dependent care spending accounts.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k), pension, and profit-sharing plans.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance (subject to eligibility requirements).

Pay offered will vary based on experience, education, training, skills, certifications, and local wage requirements.