Feedmill Operator - Faribault, MN - Jennie-O Turkey Store

Hormel Foods•Faribault, MN

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Feedmill Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating Feed Mill equipment to receive ingredients and manufacture quality feed according to Company specifications in a timely manner. This role also involves assisting fellow employees with safety, productivity, housekeeping, and addressing minor mechanical issues. The position operates various machinery including batching, grinding, mixing, crumbling, and pelleting equipment, while maintaining specific operational parameters. The role requires the ability to climb ladders and access bin tops. The operator will utilize computer equipment and automation systems within the main control area, specifically the WEM automation control system, for batching and pelleting all feed. Proficiency in receiving and/or batching operations, training co-workers, understanding production scheduling, and maintaining feed quality are key aspects of this role. The operator will also perform physical inventory of feed and ingredients, develop a working knowledge of equipment, and troubleshoot basic maintenance issues. Warehousing duties and maintaining a clean and safe plant operation through housekeeping are also expected. The role is physically demanding at times, involving shoveling, handling 55 lb. bags, and working in hot/cold and dusty environments. Occasional forklift use for unloading feed ingredients is required. Basic math skills and the ability to read, write, and communicate in English are necessary. The position requires minimal supervision.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Basic math skills.
Be able to read, write and communicate in the English Language.
Mostly independent, requiring very little supervision.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer knowledge.
Previous pelleting experience.

Responsibilities

Operate all computer equipment, graphics and automation within main control area.
Operate WEM automation control system on full time basis to batch and pellet all feed.
Be proficient in receiving and / or batching operations.
Train co-workers and new employees.
Be familiar with production scheduling and receiving.
Maintain quality of feed made and loaded out.
Take physical inventory of feed and ingredients.
Develop a working knowledge of equipment operated.
Able to troubleshoot/diagnose/resolve basic maintenance issues.
Perform warehousing as needed or directed.
Perform housekeeping to ensure clean and safe plant operation.
Shoveling, handling 55 lb. bags, hot/cold and dusty environment.
Occasionally use forklift to unload pallets of feed ingredients from van trailers.