Lead Associate-Feed Mill

Wayne Farms•Maysville, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is primarily responsible for unloading incoming ingredient trucks into correct bins, while maintaining organization and maximizing space utilization depending on current stock. The Lead Associate will also perform housekeeping activities, maintenance and repair of equipment, and quality checks on ingredients. Additionally, they are responsible for preventing theft or loss of product, ensuring trucks leave empty, and maintaining compliance with all company policies, FSMA regulations, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations. This position operates under minimal supervision and may direct the work of others, acting as a point of contact for questions and concerns in the absence of a supervisor. Training entry-level employees is also a key responsibility.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of feed mill manufacturing equipment operation and maintenance
Demonstrated leadership skills
Intermediate math (add, subtract, multiply and/or divide proportions, percentages, area, volume, etc.)
Basic computer knowledge and usage skills
Detail oriented
Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required
Frequently stoop, kneel, crawl and bend
Frequently climb stairs and 50+ foot ladders
Ability to lift and carry 50 - 100 lbs
Ability to work in confined spaces
Constantly subject to dusty, hot environments
Frequently work in loud environment requiring ear protection
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts
Ability to work at heights of 200+ ft
Ability to operate a pallet jack with 2,000+ lbs. of material

Responsibilities

Unload and inspect incoming ingredient trucks verifying condition and quality prior to placing in correct bins; ensure bins and storage areas do not overflow
Operate auto-receiving equipment
Collect feed samples in accordance with sampling plan, notify appropriate personnel of variances
Accurately complete and maintain appropriate paperwork and reports in a timely manner
Communicate and coordinate batching schedule and production with appropriate personnel maximizing efficiency while following FDA, GMP and QC procedures
Verify departing trucks have been completely emptied to prevent theft and/or loss of product
Perform preventative maintenance and cleaning of equipment; communicate equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel
Perform routine housekeeping duties ensuring designated areas are kept clean
Direct the work of others and be the “go-to” for questions and concerns in relation to task performance in the absence of supervisor or superintendent at their direction
Train entry level employees as needed
Assist in making sure all quality and food safety policies and procedures are being followed
Work in compliance with all company policies, FSMA regulations and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
All other duties as assigned