1st Shift Feed Mill Associate - Laborer

Wayne Farms LLC; Albertville (AL); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a 1st Shift Feed Mill Associate to unload incoming trucks, inspect materials, collect samples, and maintain storage areas at the Albertville, AL facility. You will support batching, sanitation, and equipment maintenance in a fast-paced feed production environment.

The role requires adherence to FSMA, FDA and QC procedures, and the ability to work extended shifts, including nights and weekends, with PPE usage as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of feed manufacturing equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to perform basic math functions (e.g. proportions, percentages, area, volume, etc.).
• Possess basic computer knowledge and usage abilities.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Ability to communicate effectively, and read and write legibly.
• Possess sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming ingredient trucks into correct bins and maintain organization.
• Perform housekeeping, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Conduct quality checks on ingredients and ensure compliance with specs.
• Prepare and complete necessary paperwork and reports.
• Rotate stock and coordinate batch schedules to maximize efficiency.
• Operate forklift when required and follow safety policies.

Skills

Equipment operation

Basic math

Computer basics

Communication

Work ethic

Unsupervised work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Feed mill experience (preferred)

Job description

## 1st Shift Feed Mill Associate - LaborerApply: Alabama - Albertville Feed Mill: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-68183**PRIMARY FUNCTION:** Primarily responsible for unloading incoming ingredient trucks into correct bins, while maintaining organization and maximizing space utilization depending on current stock. In addition, will perform housekeeping activities, maintenance and repair of equipment, and quality checks on ingredients. Also responsible for preventing theft or loss of product ensuring trucks leave empty. Responsible for compliance with all company policies, FSMA regulations, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.**RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:*** Operate auto-receiving system.* Unload incoming trucks.* Inspect incoming material verifying condition and quality of product received matches receiving documents.* Collect feed samples in accordance with sampling plan.* Ensure bins and storage areas do not overflow.* Complete and maintain appropriate paperwork and reports.* Rotate stock.* Communicate and coordinate batching schedule and production with appropriate personnel maximizing efficiency while following FDA, GMP and QC procedures.* Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning of equipment.* Communicate equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.* Perform routine housekeeping ensuring designated areas are kept clean.* Operate forklift as necessary.* Comply with all company policies, FSMA regulations, and local, state and federal laws, and regulations.* Perform all other duties as assigned.****REQUIRED SKILLS:***** High School Diploma or equivalent.* Knowledge of feed manufacturing equipment operation and maintenance.* Ability to perform basic math functions (i.e. proportions, percentages, area, volume, etc.).* Possess basic computer knowledge and usage abilities.* Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.* Ability to communicate effectively, and read and write legibly.* Possess sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.**PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:*** Previous feed mill experience.**SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:*** Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.* Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:*** Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.* 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.