Mill Operator I

Microbial Discovery Group • Griggsville, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of this position is to operate mill equipment and manufacture high-quality feed efficiently, while proactively solving issues to prevent production downtime.

Requirements

• H.S. diploma, GED, or equivalent professional experience.
• Education, training, or experience necessary to manufacture, process, pack, or hold safe animal food appropriate to the individual’s duties.
• 0 – 2 years in a warehouse environment.
• 0 – 2 years in feed production.
• Basic mechanical skills for troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Familiarity with safety protocols, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and a general understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Record maintenance ability.
• Strictly adhere to all company safety procedures and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Use required PPE, including masks, gloves, breathing apparatus, and eye/ear protection, based on task needs.
• Participate in safety training programs and drills to enhance workplace safety awareness.
• Report any safety hazards or incidents immediately to the Feed Mill Manager.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Micro batch hand adds for mixer.
• Restock and rotate warehouse with site products, ingredients, medications, and pellets.
• Package & palletize 20-60 lb. bags of feed, and rotate old product.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the facility, fix broken bags, and perform inventory control.
• Receive and rotate incoming ingredients in the warehouse.
• Pick or load outbound products for customers, other United facilities, and United delivery trucks.
• Maintain quality wood pallets for shipping.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees