Feed Mill Operator - Night Shift (Griggsville, IL)
About The Position
Operate automated feed manufacturing systems in alignment with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), prioritizing production schedules to meet operational targets. Record and reconcile daily production metrics, including batch feed output, ingredient consumption, and antibiotic usage, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company documentation protocols. Oversee the accurate loading of finished feed products; issue and verify feed delivery documentation such as feed ticket. Operate and monitor pellet mill systems to ensure consistent production of high-quality pelleted feed, adjusting parameters as necessary to maintain efficiency and product specifications. Manage the receipt, verification, and storage of inbound raw materials, including both bulk and bagged ingredients; assist with inventory management and grain handling logistics. Input and manage receiving data within the company’s feed management systems; support grain quality assurance through monitoring programs and accurate recordkeeping. Conduct routine maintenance and performance checks on milling equipment, including roller mills, pellet mills, and feed cleaning systems; troubleshoot issues and escalate to mill management. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of designated work areas per company safety protocols; actively participate in hazard mitigation and continuous improvement initiatives. Collect, analyze, and grade inbound grain and corn samples; retain representative ingredient and feed samples in accordance with internal quality control and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree required
- Majors: Animal Science, Nutrition
- 1-2 years in Agriculture or related field required. 2-3 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelors Degree
- Knowledge of: Agriculture and feed operation practices and procedures
- Quality control practices
- Basic understanding of computer operations
- Skilled In: Time management
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Ability to: Follow verbal/written instructions.
- Work both independently and in a team environment to accomplish goals
- Desire to learn new skills and technology systems
Responsibilities
- Operate automated feed manufacturing systems in alignment with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), prioritizing production schedules to meet operational targets.
- Record and reconcile daily production metrics, including batch feed output, ingredient consumption, and antibiotic usage, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company documentation protocols.
- Oversee the accurate loading of finished feed products; issue and verify feed delivery documentation such as feed ticket.
- Operate and monitor pellet mill systems to ensure consistent production of high-quality pelleted feed, adjusting parameters as necessary to maintain efficiency and product specifications.
- Manage the receipt, verification, and storage of inbound raw materials, including both bulk and bagged ingredients; assist with inventory management and grain handling logistics.
- Input and manage receiving data within the company’s feed management systems; support grain quality assurance through monitoring programs and accurate recordkeeping.
- Conduct routine maintenance and performance checks on milling equipment, including roller mills, pellet mills, and feed cleaning systems; troubleshoot issues and escalate to mill management.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of designated work areas per company safety protocols; actively participate in hazard mitigation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collect, analyze, and grade inbound grain and corn samples; retain representative ingredient and feed samples in accordance with internal quality control and regulatory standards.
Benefits
- Your choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan.
- Two options for dental coverage, both of which cover three main types of expenses and cover preventative care at 100%.
- Group rate vision benefits.
- Complimentary Basic Life Insurance as well as voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.
- Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, at no cost to the employee.
- A traditional pre-tax 401(k) plan as well as a Roth 401(k) plan. The Company matches the first 4% of employee contributions, which is immediately vested.
- A generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full time employees.
- Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI) where payments are dependent upon several company factors/metrics.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
