Feed mill operator job description

JOB PURPOSE

As a Feed Mill Operator, you will be responsible for learning and understanding the feed mill manufacturing process.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

* Learn the material process flow of entire feed mill to include receiving, grinding, batching, pelleting, and loadout.
* Cross-train in all areas of production/maintenance at the feed mill and be proficient in all areas of plant automation.
* Manage and plan production needs for each area of operation.
* Responsible for the cleanliness of all areas of the feed mill and the grounds adjacent the plant.
* Perform all job duties in a manner consistent with all Current Good Manufacturing Practices' (cGMP) and FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) protocols.
* Process necessary paperwork and learn to account for items using computer skills as needed and follow procedures established to insure proper material flow.
* Understand and follow safety rules consistent with standard operating procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

* High school diploma or equivalent; or 1+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
* Ability to read and write reports and business correspondence, ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, and visitors.
* Basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Must be able to make decisions on routine matters utilizing company policies, procedures, and directions from upper management.

ABOUT SEABOARD FOODS

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. Together, more than 5,000 employees in five states work in our farms, feed mills, and processing plant, to produce Prairie Fresh pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees and the communities we call home.

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.
**Summary**

**PANEL OPERATOR** Visually monitors and programs computer terminals, as well as operates all associated equipment in order to efficiently formulate, pelletize and direct all feeds to their proper bins. Must be able to dump micro components into correct bins, apply the correct quantities of fat to finished feeds, and be able to operate computerized and manual grinding equipment.

**UTILITY OPERATOR** This position should be proficient in operation of feed mill receiving, panel, pelletmill, dispatch, feed scheduling and QC coordinator jobs.

**Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities**

**PANEL OPERATOR** Monitors all batching, grinding, and pelleting terminals and associated equipment to ensure an efficient, effective, timely mix of raw feed ingredients to product the best quality of feed possible. Follows all food safety, breeder, NAE and NICARB program procedures.

Ensures that all feeds produced are made per their perspective formulas.

Performs maintenance and cleaning of some equipment is required.

Effectively communicates and cooperates with Quality Control, Mill management and Maintenance personnel. Requires some feed sampling.

Coordinates feed production with dispatchers as related to feed orders and available bin space.

**UTILITY OPERATOR** Requires training in all positions within the feedmil. Must be able to perform all duties on a panel operator, pelletmill operator, feed scheduler and QC coordinator.

Must abide by all safety requirements and rules within the feed mill.

**Minimum Education**

High School or equivalent

**Experience Requirements**

**PANEL OPERATOR**

2 years experience. Reading, writing and math skills required.

**FEED MILL UTILITY OPERATOR**

2 years experience. Mechanical background, basic PC skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office.

**Experience Preferred**

**PANEL OPERATOR**

Basic computer skills and a mechanical background preferred.

**Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements**

Occasional exposure to outside environmental temperature conditions. Significant amount of time spent in a stationary position making visual observations with occasional bending, stooping or climbing. Able to lift 100 lbs. Exposed to ingredient dust and high noise levels. Must wear required personal protective equipment per Company policy.

_Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status._

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Full Time Feed Mill Operator


Location:

Tracy, MN, US, 56175-1234

Date posted: Oct 12, 2022

Employment Type: Hourly

Schedule: Full Time


CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Join our Team!

CHS offers COMPETITIVE PAY, an extremely GENEROUS BENEFITS package, OPPORTUNITIES TO ADVANCE, and STABLE EMPLOYMENT with LONG TERM GROWTH opportunities.

We are hiring a Full-Time Feed Mill Operator in TRACY, MN to join our team. Our ideal candidate is customer focused, hardworking, and has a desire to grow within/up in the company!

Benefits

* Health Insurance (competitively priced - take more of your paycheck home!)
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Insurance
* Life Insurance (Both company paid + voluntary)
* Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% company funded)
* Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
* Identity Protection (company funded)
* Paid Time Off (including vacation, sick, holidays, floating holidays, jury duty, and paid volunteer days!)
* Tuition Assistance
* Adoption Assistance
* Paid Parental Leave
* Retirement including 401K with employer match AND a company paid pension
* Profit Sharing Bonuses

Responsibilities

* Operate the all feed manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
* Adhere to CHS' quality assurance program regarding ingredient receiving, load-out, and bagging.
* Perform necessary sequencing, recording, and documenting of all feed manufactured during shift.
* Maintain accurate production and FDA records, entering data into Excel spreadsheet.
* Mix and prepare livestock feeds efficiently and in a manner that assures accuracy and high quality.
* Assist management with production scheduling, inventory planning & control for both ingredients and finished products.
* Determine proper routing and distribution for manufactured feeds to appropriate holding bins.
* Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed.
* Load and unload trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
* Provide excellent customer service and assist customers when needed.
* Observe and enforce all company policies & procedures, adhere to all safety & FDA requirements.
* Perform general work around the facility and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* 1+ years in Production and/or Operations
* Able to lift up to 50lbs throughout shift
* Able to tolerate heights
* Able to climb ladder/steps multiple times a day

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.