Production Operator

Description At JDH and each of our subsidiaries, we know that agriculture is about more than moving commodities—it’s about connecting people and building relationships that matter. Founded in 1886 and proudly family-owned for five generations, our deep roots in the industry enable us to manage grains, co-products, animal feed, and feed ingredients effectively. With an extensive transportation network, we connect supply and demand across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Asia. We are committed to delivering reliability, value, and innovation, while providing a supportive and safe workplace where our team can thrive and grow. Summary The Production Operator role involves operating and monitoring milling equipment, blending and processing raw materials into high-quality livestock feed, and ensuring consistent product output that meets quality and nutritional standards. You’ll work closely with a team of operators and supervisors to maintain efficient production, uphold safety and sanitation standards, and support the nutritional needs of our dairy customers. Operate Bulk Feed manufacturing systemClimbing ladders and working at heights on top of facilityPerform scale weight test weeklyDump bag ingredients into mixes as formula requiresLoad – unload trucks in both load out area and in the warehouseWait on customers as neededInsure bulk commodities are flowing from bulk binsRefill Micro ingredient hoppers when neededPerform daily inspections of Fork TrucksPerform minor maintenance on equipment including lubrication and adjustmentsClean control room dailyClean mill on regular schedulePull Bag orders for next day’s bag truck deliveriesPerform minor maintenance on equipment including lubrication and adjustmentsClean mill on a daily scheduleOperate and monitor bulk receiving systemTest incoming ingredients, ie: Corn = % moisture % BCFM, properly record resultsUnload inbound trucks as necessaryUnload rail cars as necessaryInsure bulk commodities are flowing into correct bulk binsPerform daily bin inventory and rail car inventoryPerform daily inspect of Front End LoaderClean receiving shed & office dailyAssist with any other tasks as requested or assigned by management Position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K, health, life and dental insurance. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required.Previous experience in feed milling, agriculture, food production, or manufacturing preferred.Ability to operate forklifts, loaders, and other mill equipment (certification a plus).Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment operation.Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.Comfortable with shift work, weekends, or overtime as needed. Physical Demands Indoor/outdoor mill setting with exposure to dust, noise, and temperature changes.Fast-paced team environment with a strong focus on safety, cleanliness, and quality.Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds, climb 75 feet of ladder, and be able to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.May require working on a rotating shift or weekends depending on production needs.Regular and predictable attendance in office or site location. Requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.