Feed Mill Technician

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer proficiency, and preferably, experience with forklifts. Physical capability to lift heavy items and work in diverse environmental conditions is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform duties safely consistent with CVFF policies, procedures, and safety training.
• Monitor ingredient and finished feed inventories as required.
• Maintain good housekeeping according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in assigned areas.
• Perform general labor duties as assigned by management.
• Ensure micro-bins are filled according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Collect all required samples as defined in the Quality Assurance Manual and SOPs.
• Perform all required testing as outlined in SOPs.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation.
• Monitor batching, pelleting, fat application, grinding, and routing processes.
• Input information into the computer automation system accurately.
• Operate equipment automatically or manually via computer automation consistent with procedures.
• Promote safe work practices through example and maintain a lost work day incident rate of zero.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Feed mill experience or related preferred.
• Able to follow detailed instructions, task-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Able to handle paperwork with accuracy.
• Previous forklift experience preferred.
• Good reading, writing, math, and communication skills.
• Work well with others as a team.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Able to swing a sledgehammer and carry 60-pound ingredient bags.
• Able to work at heights and climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and work in hot and cold environments.

Starting rate: $18 an hour (Negotiable based on feed mill experience).

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