Feed Mill Operator - Atkinson, NE

Christensen Farms; Atkinson (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Christensen Farms in Atkinson, NE, is seeking a Production Operator to support daily feed production and load-out, maintain equipment, and collaborate across mill functions. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and customer service in a fast-paced setting.

You will execute batching, grinding, and loading processes, perform QA checks, and assist with warehouse duties while following established procedures and training as needed. A teamwork-focused mindset and English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent.
• 0-1 year of experience, entry level.
• CDL preferred but not required; training available to obtain CDL.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily production and load-out to meet daily/weekly feed orders.
• Operate and maintain feed mill equipment; ensure safety and housekeeping procedures.
• Perform QA tests and adjust grinding to maintain quality.
• Load trucks using load-out equipment efficiently.
• Document batching, grinding, load-out, and ingredient receiving.
• Assist in warehouse operations and routine maintenance.
• Follow guidelines to produce quality feed; schedule feed and load-out.

Skills

Cooperative attitude

Teamwork

Reliable

Fast-paced environment

Customer service mindset

Computer usage

English instruction following

Operate large machinery

Education

High School

Job description

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

This role is responsible for executing daily production and load-out goals to established daily and weekly feed order levels. Key responsibilities include ensuring the proper use, upkeep, and maintenance of feed mill equipment, consistently achieving productivity goals, and cross-training to perform effectively across all mill manufacturing functions. Additionally, this position emphasizes maintaining the highest standards of customer service and fostering collaboration with various departments to support organizational success.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Ensure proper safety, equipment and housekeeping procedures are followed.
• Support and engage in feed mill safety initiatives.
• Operate machines to produce swine feed to established quality guidelines.
• Perform necessary quality assurance tests and make necessary adjustments to the grinding process to obtain acceptable quality.
• Operate load out equipment to properly load trucks in most efficient manner.
• Perform and monitor proper documentation of the batching, grinding, loadout, and ingredient receiving.
• Assist in warehouse operations as necessary.
• Follow defined guidelines to produce quality feed.
• Assist in routine preventative maintenance on feed mill equipment and maintain required documentation.
• Responsible for proper feed and load out scheduling.
• Responsible for proper bin management and utilization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education, Training, and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum formal education required: High School
• Minimum number of years of prior job experience required: Entry Level, 0-1 year
• Specialized Training requirements: None
• Class A CDL preferred, but not required
• Candidates without a CDL are encouraged to apply - training and assistance are available to help qualified candidates obtain their CDL.

OTHER SKILLS

• Cooperative attitude and teamwork approach is essential
• Takes pride in quality of work
• Reliable and responsible
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate positive customer service mindset
• Understanding of computer usage
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English
• Ability to operate large machinery

Specialized or Motorized Equipment and/or Tools:

None.

Christensen Farms is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to select the most qualified person for each position in the organization. No employee of CF will discriminate against any applicant for employment or a fellow employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other prohibited basis under applicable local, state, or federal law.