What are the responsibilities and job description for the Feed Mill Operator - 1st Shift position at NEW Cooperative, Inc.?
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to the following:
Operations
- Operate computerized batch mixing equipment, receiving and load-out equipment, micro-ingredient addition, and grinding equipment.
- Assist in other areas of the location as needed.
Maintenance
- Maintains inventory at desired levels.
- Performs housekeeping duties and maintains a clean work environment.
- Assist in the maintenance of equipment.
- Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained.
Documentation & Standards
- Fulfills all reporting and record-keeping requirements.
- Follows standards of quality as outlined by QMS and other manufacturing and regulatory controls.
Other
- Use all tools, equipment, and vehicles carefully and for their intended use.
- Works extended hours as requested by supervisor to ensure good customer service in busy season.
Basic Employment Expectations:
Safety
- Performs work safely and uses the appropriate PPE.
- Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions.
- Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers.
- Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain.
Communication
- Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees.
- Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early.
Accountability & Professionalism
- Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual.
- Carries a fair share of the workload.
- Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions.
- Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work.
- Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment.
Customer Service
- Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations.
Personal/Professional Development
- Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals.
- Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Must be licensed and insurable to drive.
High school diploma or GED with 1-3 months of related experience.
Must be able to operate a forklift safely and effectively.
Understand the importance of providing extremely high levels of customer service.
Possesses basic mathematical and mechanical skills, problem solving capabilities, and understands the operational processes.
Prior experience and knowledge of Microsoft, Excel, and Office 365 is preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Understand the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in-season time commitment.
Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with customers and individuals at all levels of the organization.
