Feed Mill Operator (1st Shift) - Sleepy Eye, MN

Christensen Farms • Sleepy Eye, MN

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About The Position

The Feed Mill Operator executes daily production and load-out goals according to established daily and weekly feed order levels. The role ensures proper use, upkeep, and maintenance of feed mill equipment; meets productivity goals; and cross-trains to work across mill manufacturing functions. It also emphasizes customer service and collaboration with other departments.

The operator produces swine feed to established quality guidelines, performs quality assurance tests, and adjusts the grinding process as needed. The role includes operating load-out equipment, documenting batching, grinding, load-out, and ingredient receiving, assisting with warehouse operations, supporting preventive maintenance, and managing feed and load-out scheduling and bin utilization. Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Christensen Farms is an equal opportunity employer and states that it selects the most qualified person for each position. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the protected bases listed in the posting.

Requirements

• High school education.
• Entry-level experience; 0–1 year of prior job experience.
• Cooperative attitude and teamwork approach.
• Pride in quality of work.
• Reliability and responsibility.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive customer service mindset.
• Understanding of computer usage.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English.
• Ability to operate large machinery.

Responsibilities

• Follow proper safety, equipment, and housekeeping procedures.
• Support and engage in feed mill safety initiatives.
• Operate machines to produce swine feed according to established quality guidelines.
• Perform quality assurance tests and adjust the grinding process to obtain acceptable quality.
• Operate load-out equipment to load trucks efficiently.
• Perform and monitor documentation for batching, grinding, load-out, and ingredient receiving.
• Assist with warehouse operations as necessary.
• Follow defined guidelines to produce quality feed.
• Assist with routine preventive maintenance on feed mill equipment and maintain required documentation.
• Ensure proper feed and load-out scheduling.
• Manage bins properly and ensure their appropriate utilization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED