Feed Mill Operator

SHORT DESCRIPTION

Responsible for efficiently operating feed manufacturing equipment to mix and process ingredients to company specified formulations and quality guidelines. Required to learn the feed process flow, incoming and outgoing. Responsible for documenting feed load information. Responsible for cleanliness of all areas of the loadout and mill. Responsible for bagging feed.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES

· Operate feed mill batching equipment, receiving and load out equipment, micro ingredient addition, steam pellet mill equipment and grinding equipment

· Maintain inventory at desired levels

· Maintain equipment on a regular schedule to avoid breakdowns and anticipate and plan for major overhauls requiring shutdowns

· Fulfill all reporting and record-keeping requirements

· Follow standards of quality as outlined by Hog Inc and other manufacturing and regulatory controls

· Take ingredient, local mix, and customer mix samples and retain them for future reference

· Account for each mix or other service provided by writing job, sales or transfer tickets to ensure accurate inventory control

· Receive inventory, store it and keep it saleable

· Transport bagged ingredients from Storage to Processing Areas

· Report inventory items which should be placed on order

· Ensure delivery tickets are made out prior to loading or delivery

· Provide the customer with accurate sales ticket and collect payment if needed

· Verify all items listed on delivery ticket are loaded correctly

· Perform housekeeping duties and maintain a clean environment

· Complete training and attend meetings/workshops/seminars appropriate to the position, as assigned and approved by direct supervisor

· Inform direct supervisor of all relevant departmental issues in a timely manner

· Perform all other duties as assigned by direct supervisor

· Comply with all Hog Inc Policies

SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

· Must be 18 years of age of older

· Ability to work in a hot to cold indoor/outdoor and dry/dusty environment

· Must be willing to work an 8-to-12-hour period, including weekends, holidays, and/or overtime as needed.

· Must possess a valid driver’s license.

· Ability to work well with employees and management

· Ability to work independently

· Must have general computer knowledge

· Must have general maintenance skills

· Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds repetitively

· Must be able to climb

· Must be able to frequently bend, squat, kneel, and occasionally climb/balance, push/pull and lift from high/low positions.

· Must be able to perform repetitive tasks.

· Must be able to operate forklift or willing to train on forklfit

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Experience:

• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Greenfield, IL 62044 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Greenfield, IL 62044: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18