Control Room Operator Feed Mill

Pilgrim's; Live Oak (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Florida plant is seeking a Safety-conscious Control Room Operator to ensure safe and efficient feed production. You will operate grinding, batching, pelleting, and transfer systems while maintaining accurate records and supporting maintenance.

Responsibilities include inventory management, forklift operation, and loading/unloading trucks. You must meet PPE requirements, participate in safety trainings, and work rotating shifts with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive motions.
• Must be able to read and write in English and work rotating shifts.
• Must have good communication skills and operate equipment with training.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding, batching, pelleting, and material transfer systems safely.
• Manage inventories and finish feeds; assist maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Record downtime and report issues; ensure safety inspections and housekeeping.
• Move ingredients with forklift and load/unload trucks; follow OSHA rules.
• Adhere to safety programs and PPE requirements; participate in safety trainings.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Safety training

Job description

To produce and deliver maximum quality feed safely and efficiently.

1. Operation of the grinding, batching, pelleting, ingredient transfer, steam, and compressed air systems in a manner to produce and deliver maximum quality feed safely and efficiently.

2. Dump bag ingredients into the assigned micro system bins as needed to minimize no-flows during the shift and fill micro bins at the end of the shift.Also, repair damaged bags in the warehouse by taping up torn bags and dumping the damaged bags ASAP.

3. Record, date, and initial all documents and maintain accurate reports regarding feed manufacturing processes as instructed by supervisor.

4. Rotating feed and ingredient bins according to schedule or as instructed by supervisor.

5. Record process downtime on all manufacturing reports and communicate with other shifts and supervision regarding manufacturing problems.

6. Maintain current and accurate inventory of finished feeds on the inventory board in the control room. Operators must obtain finished feed inventories at the start of there assigned shift.

7. Assist maintenance with troubleshooting and fixing problems with all feed manufacturing equipment.

8. Assist receiving operators with problem resolution to maintain an adequate supply of ingredients.Also, weigh inbound and outbound ingredient trucks.

9. Operate forklift to receive bag ingredients into the warehouse and place on micro bin platform for use in a manner that complies with OSHA regulations.

10. Maintain good housekeeping in the control room and on the micro bin platform at all times.May also be responsible for other housekeeping duties as designated by supervisor.

11. Pull samples of finished feeds and prepare as needed by quality control.

12. Answer phone and voice mail in the control room and communicate with growers and GK field supervisors to resolve feed delivery problems in the absence of feed mill office personnel and supervision.

13. Perform and document daily routine safety inspections of work area as designated by supervisor.

14. Notify supervisor of any problems with equipment and/or process.

15. Responsible for scaling in and out all ingredient delivery trucks.

16. May be required to perform other job duties as required and deemed necessary by supervisor.

Job Requirements:

Required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the day. Required to hold arms in front of body infrequently throughout the period of the workday. (Arm extension may exceed 15 inches) Repetitive motion with hands, wrist, and arms. Must have good communication skills. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to read and write in English. Must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and have a flexible schedule. Must be able to operate all equipment with training. Must be able to operate equipment by computer with training.Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and work at high levels.

Ergonomic Factors:

Awkward Postures: (Of Little Concern) Sustained or prolonged static activities (Holding arms at waist level with extension that may exceed 15 inches)

Forceful Exertions: (Of Possible Concern) Lifting bag ingredients and transferring to micro bins.

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Work is performed inside and outside with inclement weather conditions.

Must review and receive training in the following safety programs:

• New Employee Orientation and Training
• Electrical Safety
• Ladder Safety
• Hot Work
• Lockout / Tagout
• Confined Space Entry
• Fork Lift Operator
• Compressed Gases
• Line Breaking
• Emergency Eyewash
• First Aid/CPR
• Medical and Exposure Records
• Spill Prevention Plan
• Flammable Liquids and Combustibles
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Accident Prevention Signs and Tags

Job Safety Analysis:

Required Personal Protective Equipment:

• Dust Mask (As needed)
• Body Harness (As needed)
• Safety Glasses (As needed)
• Ear Plugs (In designated areas)
• Head Protection (In designated areas)
• Work boots with slip-resistant soles and steel toes

Goal

Work well with others and be a team player. Maintain quality product and good operation practice. Work in a safe manner. Drive safely and watch for pedestrians.

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our vision: Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

Unsolicited Assistance: Pilgrim'sdoesnot accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at Pilgrim's or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned byPilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.