Feed Mill Operator

CHS, Inc. • Tracy, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

CHS is hiring a Feed Mill Operations Associate in Tracy, Minnesota, to help produce high-quality livestock feed. The role involves learning equipment operations, supporting daily production tasks, and helping maintain a safe and efficient facility. No prior feed mill experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. The position offers schedule flexibility across first, second, and third shifts, onsite training, forklift certification opportunities, competitive pay and benefits, and the opportunity to support livestock health and performance.

Requirements

• Knowledge of operations, production, manufacturing, and/or agriculture environments.
• Must meet the minimum age requirement.
• Ability to operate machinery such as conveyors, forklifts, and electric hoists.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands.
• Working knowledge of basic computer functions.
• Ability to work independently for extended periods, in confined spaces, and in hazardous environments.
• Ability to spend long periods walking, standing, and climbing steps and ladders, and to work at heights up to 120 feet.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear required protective equipment, which may include respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection.
• Ability to use automated and manual tools and equipment.
• Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift, and frequently carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in noisy, dusty, and all-weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Agriculture experience.
• Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate feed mill equipment, including grinders, mixers, and batching systems, to support livestock feed production.
• Assist with receiving and handling feed ingredients, including loading and unloading trucks.
• Support loadout by opening hatches, connecting hoses, taking samples, and checking product accuracy.
• Help monitor batching and scaling systems to ensure finished-feed quality and consistency.
• Perform basic equipment checks, cleaning, and routine maintenance, and report issues to the team.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment through daily housekeeping and spill cleanup.
• Follow safety and quality guidelines and work with the team to meet daily production goals.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellness programs.
• Life insurance.
• Health and dependent care spending accounts.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• Pension.
• Profit sharing.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• On-the-job training.
• Forklift certification opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed