Feedmill Operator

GO-HR•Marysville, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our dedicated maintenance team at Nature Pure, a family-owned and operated organic egg farm. We're seeking a Feedmill Operator with knowledge of feed manufacturing equipment operation and maintenance. The operator is responsible for manufacturing feed in accordance with standard operating procedures established at the feed mill. The operator will be responsible for operating the computer automation systems required to receive ingredients, grind grains, and mix feed. The operator will operate the processing and receiving equipment according to established standard operating procedures. In addition to feed manufacturing the operator will perform housekeeping activities, maintenance and repair of equipment, and quality checks on feed and ingredients. The operator is responsible for compliance with all company policies, local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations. Hours worked per week is 50-60 hours total. 20-30 hours of total hours dedicated to feed deliveries. Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed.

Requirements

A minimum requirement of a high school degree or equivalent.
Knowledge of feed manufacturing equipment operation and maintenance.
Ability to lift 60 pounds, climb ladders and corn legs up to 135’.
Class A CDL.
Must meet all DOT requirements and comply with DOT rules and regulations.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Learn the process flow of the entire feed mill.
Cross-train in all areas, being able to fill in at other positions as needed.
Manage and plan Daily Production Schedule.
Assist in overall cleanliness of feed mill as well as assisting in maintaining sanitation schedule.
Collect weekly feed/ingredient samples in accordance with sampling plan.
Ensure all inbound trucks are weighed in before unloading and out before releasing them.
Communicate directions with drivers as to where to unload.
Probe all incoming corn trucks and test for moisture.
Reject any loads that are not up to standards.
Grade and inspect loads of incoming ingredients to determine if they meet company requirements.
Daily inventory checks and monitoring at warehouse and Micro room.
Understand and follow all safety rules and regulations as well as SOPs.
Comply with all Local, State and Federal laws and regulations.
Process necessary paperwork and reports at beginning of shift and end of day as needed.
Ability to perform routine PM’s on feed mill equipment.
Ability to manufacture feed in accordance with QA policies, SOP’s and CGMP’s.
Deliver feed from the feed mill to the poultry house feed bins.
Responsible for inspection of equipment before loading.
Responsible for unloading the feed/truck load at the correct destination and correct bins/warehouse.
Complete the required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
Follow biosecurity rules and BSE rules.
Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to the supervisor.
Complete written feed delivery reports.
Operate a forklift, skid steer and boom lift.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.