Feed Mill Operator

AMVC Employee Services LLC•Leroy Township, IA

2d•$21 - $26

About The Position

The Feed Mill Operator operates and oversees the mill’s receiving, batching, production floor, and loadout areas, ensuring compliance with procedures for quality, productivity, and safety in a fast-paced environment. The role works as part of a small team and requires learning and taking responsibility for tasks across the mill. The position starts on a Monday–Friday schedule from 4:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The schedule may change as the mill evolves and may vary with workload, weather, and holidays; Saturdays may be required. The operator reports to the Feed Mill Manager.

Requirements

Some mill experience is required.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read and understand safety rules, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to read and speak English.
Basic computer skills.
Strong mechanical aptitude and electrical knowledge.
Experience with a forklift or skid loader.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work in wet and/or humid conditions and around fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and cold.
Ability to frequently climb up, over, under, and around feed mill areas.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods on concrete and unpaved areas.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Willingness to learn and perform different areas of the feed mill process.
Ability to work with and around a wide range of chemicals and feed ingredients.
Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
Ability to work in a dusty environment and potentially adverse weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Class A license or experience operating a tractor/trailer for yard use.
Previous feed mill or manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow standard operating instructions and procedures across operator areas, including batching flush procedures, and maintain records.
Work with the team and learn and take responsibility for tasks that support the team and mill.
Operate equipment and tools used in mill areas, including computers, grinders, forklifts, and other tools.
Prepare and maintain shift activity, production, sampling, bag dump, and reconciliation reports.
Perform daily feed, bulk, and micro-ingredient inventory.
Perform cleaning duties specified in standard work or requested by the supervisor.
Maintain and ensure the safety of employees and company assets.
Maintain orderliness and housekeeping throughout the feed mill.
Fill micro-ingredient and tote systems and maintain necessary stock at batching areas; assist with receiving when needed.
Follow environmental laws and immediately report environmental issues to the supervisor.
Perform other duties as defined by the manager or shift supervisor.