Feedmill Operator

About the role

As a Feed Mill Operator, you will be responsible for learning and understanding the feed mill manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Learn the material process flow of entire feed mill to include receiving, grinding, batching, pelleting, and loadout.
• Cross-train in all areas of production/maintenance at the feed mill and be proficient in all areas of plant automation.
• Manage and plan production needs for each area of operation.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of all areas of the feed mill and the grounds adjacent the plant.
• Perform all job duties in a manner consistent with all Current Good Manufacturing Practices’ (cGMP) and FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) protocols.
• Process necessary paperwork and learn to account for items using computer skills as needed and follow procedures established to insure proper material flow.
• Understand and follow safety rules consistent with standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent; or 1+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write reports and business correspondence, ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, and visitors.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to make decisions on routine matters utilizing company policies, procedures and directions from upper management.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, not required.

Physical Demands

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.