Feed Mill Operator

Canadian Health Systems Inc.; Tracy (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Job summary

CHS Inc. in Tracy, MN is hiring a Feed Mill Operations Associate to help produce high-quality livestock feed. You will learn equipment operations, assist with production tasks, and help keep the facility running safely and efficiently.

Training is provided on the job, with shifts ranging from 1st to 3rd and opportunities for forklift certification. Great for individuals seeking hands-on work in a fast-paced environment; prior feed mill experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operations, production, manufacturing and/or agriculture environments.
• Minimum age requirement.
• Pre-employment screening may be required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate feed mill equipment (grinders, mixers, and batching systems) to support livestock feed production.
• Assist with receiving and handling feed ingredients, including helping load and unload trucks.
• Support the loadout process by opening hatches, connecting hoses, taking samples, and checking product accuracy.
• Help monitor batching and scaling systems to ensure quality and consistency in finished feed.
• Perform basic equipment checks, cleaning, and routine maintenance; report any issues to the team.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment through daily housekeeping and spill cleanup.
• Follow safety and quality guidelines while working with the team to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Agriculture experience

Basic computer skills

Operations knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Conveyors & hoist operation

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 stay active, work with equipment, and be part of a team that supports agriculture? Join CHS as a Feed Mill Operations Associate in Tracy, MN! In this role, you’ll assist with producing high-quality livestock feed by learning equipment operations, supporting daily production tasks, and helping keep the facility running safely and efficiently. This is a great opportunity to build skills in a fast-paced environment—no prior feed mill experience required. We provide on-the-job training! This position offers schedule flexability based on your lifestyle ranging from 1st-3rd shift, onsite training, forklift certification opportunities, competitive pay and benefits, and the chance to be part of the largest cooperative in the U.S. Our feed mill plays a key role in delivering essential nutrition that supports livestock health and performance.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate feed mill equipment (grinders, mixers, and batching systems) to support livestock feed production
• Assist with receiving and handling feed ingredients, including helping load and unload trucks
• Support the loadout process by opening hatches, connecting hoses, taking samples, and checking product accuracy
• Help monitor batching and scaling systems to ensure quality and consistency in finished feed
• Perform basic equipment checks, cleaning, and routine maintenance; report any issues to the team
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment through daily housekeeping and spill cleanup
• Follow safety and quality guidelines while working with the team to meet daily production goals

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Knowledge of operations, production, manufacturing and/or agriculture environments.
• Must meet minimum age requirement

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to operate machinery such as conveyors, forklifts and electric hoist
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• Working knowledge of basic computer functions.
• 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 on your feet including walking, standing and climbing steps and ladders, and working at heights up to 120 ft.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear all required protective equipment 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.