Feed Mill Associate - 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms•Mississippi - Collins Feed Mill, MS

About The Position

The Feed Mill Associate is primarily responsible for unloading incoming ingredient trucks into the correct bins while maintaining organization and maximizing storage space based on current stock. The role includes inspecting and sampling ingredients, completing quality checks, rotating stock, and ensuring bins and storage areas do not overflow. The associate also performs housekeeping, equipment maintenance and repair, and paperwork, and ensures trucks leave empty to prevent product theft or loss. The position requires compliance with company policies, FSMA regulations, and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations. The associate coordinates batching schedules and production with appropriate personnel while following FDA, GMP, and QC procedures. Safety requirements include following safety policies and programs and wearing personal protective equipment. The role involves working in dusty, hot, and loud environments, around moving mechanical parts, at heights, and in confined spaces, as well as nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of feed manufacturing equipment operation and maintenance.
Ability to perform basic math functions, including proportions, percentages, area, and volume.
Basic computer knowledge and usage abilities.
Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
Ability to communicate effectively and read and write legibly.
Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, crawl, and bend; climb stairs and ladders over 50 feet; lift and carry 50–100 pounds; work in confined spaces and at heights over 200 feet; and operate a pallet jack with over 2,000 pounds of material.
Ability to work in dusty and hot environments, frequently in loud environments requiring ear protection, and around moving mechanical parts.

Nice To Haves

Previous feed mill experience.

Responsibilities

Operate the auto-receiving system.
Unload incoming trucks.
Inspect incoming material and verify that its condition and quality match the receiving documents.
Collect feed samples in accordance with the sampling plan.
Ensure bins and storage areas do not overflow.
Complete and maintain appropriate paperwork and reports.
Rotate stock.
Communicate and coordinate batching schedules and production with appropriate personnel to maximize efficiency while following FDA, GMP, and QC procedures.
Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
Communicate equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
Perform routine housekeeping and keep designated areas clean.
Operate a forklift as necessary.
Follow company policies, FSMA regulations, and local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs and wear personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.