Operations Associate - Central Plains Milling

Central Plains Milling (CPM), a LLC of Frontier Cooperative, is offering an exciting career opportunity to the right individual that can provide a high level of operational skills while working in our Feed Mill located in Howells, Ne.  Under the direction of the Location Manager, the primary focus of the Operations Associate is to assist with the responsibilities surrounding the Feed Mill Operations. 

In this role, you are responsible for:

• Safely and efficiently operate equipment, following proper training of all equipment used in the Mill.
• Operate the Feed Mill to produce custom bulk feed for customers & producers.
• Perform basic math computations on weight & volume of ingredients to be placed into the feed mixer for blending
• Prepare feed for delivery, bag & load feed orders on trucks or pickups; on occasion, assist with routing delivery trucks
• Receive ingredients into the mill - both bulk and bagged - & diligently maintain inventory counts
• Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly routine preventative maintenance tasks are maintained & documented.  This includes, but are not limited to:  greasing bearings, checking gear boxes, inspecting & tightening belts, assuring procedures are followed for efficiency & safety purposes. 
• Accurately use company software system to transfer bulk or bagged feed to other locations
• Ensure the mill is kept clean, including the grounds surrounding the mill
• Assist in repair & maintenance projects with the maintenance staff and contractors
• Ensure company safety practices are followed, along with OSHA standards
• Perform any other related operational processes and tasks deemed necessary
• Provide exceptional Customer Service to our Patrons, Customers, & Employees in a courteous & professional manner

Minimum Qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Feed Mill Operations Associates must have the ability to read, write & speak the English language, maintain & promote a positive image of the coop. Dependability & ability to adapt, think & make decisions quickly, be helpful & customer focused at all times is important.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. on occasion, climb ladders, stairs and bins when needed.
• Ability to operate loaders, conveyors, tractors, farming equipment & other machinery.
• Ability to work in & around grain, dust, & with Nebraska’s everchanging adverse weather conditions and temperatures.
• Ability to work long hours to meet business demands.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen test.
• Farming, Grain-Handling, Feed Mill &/or Elevator experience is helpful, but not necessary.
• A Class A or B commercial license, or the ability to obtain within a reasonable amount of time after hire, is preferred but not required. 

This position is offered as a Full-Time position with full benefits included. 

For more information or to apply please contact Central Plains Milling office in Howells at 402.986.1400.