Feed Mill Operator

CHS Inc.; South Dakota; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training

Competitive pay & benefits

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking a Feed Mill Operator in Corson, SD to help produce high-quality livestock feed by operating mill equipment and supporting day-to-day production. No direct feed mill experience?

On-the-job training is provided. This role offers a 2nd shift schedule from 12pm-9pm, onsite training, forklift certifications, competitive pay and benefits, and a path to grow with the largest cooperative in the U.S.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in operations or manufacturing environments, preferably in agriculture.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Pre-employment screening may be required based on job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate feed mill equipment (grinders, mixers, batching/pelleting systems) under supervision, ensuring product quality and safety.
• Monitor equipment, record operating parameters, and adjust machinery to meet specifications and targets.
• Comply with regulations and complete necessary record-keeping.
• Perform routine maintenance and report mechanical issues.
• Handle, load and unload feed ingredients and trucks; manage loadout.
• Complete training and promote a strong safety culture; work with coworkers to support operations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

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

Looking for a hands‑on role where you can work with equipment, stay active, and be part of a team that supports agriculture? Join CHS as a Feed Mill Operator in our Corson, SD! location! In this role, you’ll help produce high‑quality livestock feed by operating equipment, supporting day‑to‑day production, and keeping the facility running safely and efficiently. No direct feed mill experience? No problem. We provide on‑the‑job training! This position offers a 2nd shift scheduled from 12pm-9pm Monday-Friday, onsite training, forklift certifications, competitive pay & benefits, and the opportunity to be a part of the largest cooperative in the U.S. Sold mostly in bulk, our feed mill is a key component in the formulation of the highest quality ingredients and all the essentials to improve health, performance and production.

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 (required)

• 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.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to [e-mail]; to verify that the communication is from CHS.