Feed Mill Operator

CHS Inc.; Luverne (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Inc. in Luverne, MN is seeking a reliable Feed Mill Operator to support the formulation of ingredients and ensure quality throughout the process. The role covers bagging, mixing, pelleting, receiving and loading functions to meet daily production needs.

Daytime hours are Monday–Friday, 7am–5pm, with overtime potentially available as business needs arise. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits as part of CHS’s total rewards package.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in operations, production, manufacturing and/ or agriculture environments.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.

Responsibilities

• Operate feed mill equipment and ensure product quality and safety compliance.
• Monitor equipment and adjust parameters to meet production targets.
• Perform routine maintenance and report issues.

Skills

Operations experience

Manufacturing experience

Agriculture experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Loaders

Conveyors

Tractors

Job description

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 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS, Inc is looking for a hardworking individual to join our Animal Nutrition team in Luverne, MN as a Feed Mill Operator to be a key component in the formulation of the highest quality ingredients and all the essentials to improve animal health. No day will be the same as you will perform an array of operational tasks such as bagging, mixing, pelleting, receiving or managing loading functions based on business needs. This position offers daytime hours Monday-Friday 7am-5pm with overtime available competitive pay & unbeatable benefits.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, operate feed mill equipment (grinders, mixers, batching/ pelleting systems) of a processing facility. Responsible for product quality, meeting safety requirements, and throughput in the assigned area.
• Conduct continuous inspections, monitor equipment, record operating parameters of key process points and make necessary machinery and equipment adjustments to ensure specifications and production targets are met.
• Comply with and implement all regulations and requirements including completion of necessary record keeping.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance (greasing, inspections, minor troubleshooting) and report mechanical issues
• Responsible for housekeeping, sanitation schedule, and general appearance of the assigned work area.
• Receive, handle, and move feed ingredients, load and unload trucks
• Prepare and manage loadout, including opening hatches, attaching hoses, sampling, and ensuring accurate product delivery
• Successfully complete initial, ongoing and supplemental training.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Work together with co-workers in a professional manner to support overall plant operations, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to support operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in operations, production, manufacturing and/ or agriculture environments.
• Must meet minimum age requirement

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Agriculture experience preferred
• Forklift certification preferred
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work independently for extended periods of time, as well as in confined spaces and in hazardous environments.
• Ability to spend long periods of time being on your feet including walking, standing and climbing steps and ladders, and work at heights up to 120 ft.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear all required protective equipment which may include respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection.
• Ability to use both automated and manual tools and equipment.
• Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs frequently
• Ability to work in noisy, dusty, and all weather conditions

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.