Feed Mill Operator (Caldwell)

Simplot Company; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simplot Company, a diverse private food and agriculture business based in Boise, Idaho, is seeking a dependable Feed Mill Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will help produce high-quality livestock feed in a fast-paced environment, operating equipment and ensuring safety and quality standards.

This role offers opportunities across multiple shifts with training on bagging, pelleting, and processing operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or production is helpful but not required.
• Ability to learn and safely operate production equipment and forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate bagging and production equipment used in the feed manufacturing process.
• Monitor feed quality and identify products that meet company quality standards.
• Assist with feed processing operations, including mixing, grinding, receiving, and pellet production activities.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Follow safety procedures, operating instructions, and quality standards.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and operating efficiently.
• Support other production and facility needs as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Join Our Team

We'relooking for a dependable, safety-minded team member to help produce high-quality livestock feed products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. In this role,you'llplay an important part in supporting our customers by ensuring feed is produced efficiently, safely, and to quality standards. If you enjoy hands-on work, operating equipment, and being part of a team,we'dlove to hear from you.

Current Openings & Shifts

We are currently hiring for several production positions across multiple shifts:

• Bagging Operations – Day Shift or Swing Shift
• Block Production – Graveyard Shift
• Pelleting Operations – Day Shift or Swing Shift

Whether you prefer working days, evenings, or overnight, we have opportunities available. Specific schedules and shift details will be discussed during the hiring process.

What You'll Do

As a Feed Mill Operator, you'll help support daily feed production activities, including:

• Operate bagging and production equipment used in the feed manufacturing process.
• Monitor feed quality and identify products that meet company quality standards.
• Assist with feed processing operations, including mixing, grinding, receiving, and pellet production activities.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Follow safety procedures, operating instructions, and quality standards.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and operating efficiently.
• Support other production and facility needs as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, production, agricultural, feed mill, or equipment operation experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to learn and safely operate production equipment and forklifts.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and willingness to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on position. Team members should be able to:

Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.

Frequently use hands and arms to handle materials, equipment, and tools.

Occasionally bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, or balance.

Frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 100 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work in environments requiring close attention to equipment, product quality, and safety.

This position is based in a feed manufacturing facility and may involve:

Working around moving machinery and production equipment.

Exposure to varying temperatures and outdoor weather conditions.

Occasional exposure to dust, feed particles, vibration, humidity, and elevated work areas.

A loud work environment where hearing protection may berequired.

Why You'll Enjoy This Role

Be part of a team that produces products essential to agriculture and livestock operations.

Gain experienceoperatingspecialized production equipment.

Work in a hands-on environment where every day is different.

Contribute directly to product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational success.

The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.