Feed Mill Operator — Night Shift Premium & Growth

Smithfield Foods; Rose Hill (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in North Carolina is seeking a Feed Mill Operator to tend, operate, and oversee all mill areas, ensuring quality, productivity and safety. You will follow SOPs, operate equipment, and maintain shift and production records, while upholding ISO22000 Feed Safety standards.

This role requires the ability to work around grain dust, lift up to 50 lbs, and cover extended shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends, supporting a team-focused, safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Basic computer skills desired.
• Must be able to work an average of 50 hour weeks, including night, holiday and weekend when required.

Responsibilities

• Follows standard operating instructions/procedures in the performance of all operator areas, including flushing procedures for batching and pelleting, along with record keeping.
• Operates all equipment/tools (computer, grinders, tools, fork lift, etc.) in all areas.
• Prepares and maintains shift activity reports, tracks production reports, sampling reports, bag dump reports, reconciliations, etc.
• Regulates flow of materials and observes flow to ensure attainment of specified products.
• Performs daily feed, bulk and micro ingredient inventory.
• Performs housekeeping duties as requested by the supervisor, is responsible for keeping designated area clean while supporting co-workers in other areas.
• Maintains and ensures the safety of all employees and assets of the company.
• Acquires and maintains necessary certifications (weigh master, fork lift, etc.).
• Responsible for filling micro-ingredient, tote system, and maintaining necessary stock at the batching areas and receiving when need.
• Responsible for complying with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield subscribes.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with company IPS and EMS policies and procedures in the performance of their job duties.
• Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.
• Reads and understands the company's emergency notification process
• Conducts duties in a way that maintains compliance with ISO22000 Feed Safety and Quality Program, including opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills

Read documents

English proficiency

Teamwork

Long shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Smithfield Foods in North Carolina is seeking a Feed Mill Operator to tend, operate, and oversee all mill areas, ensuring quality, productivity and safety. You will follow SOPs, operate equipment, and maintain shift and production records, while upholding ISO22000 Feed Safety standards.

This role requires the ability to work around grain dust, lift up to 50 lbs, and cover extended shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends, supporting a team-focused, safety-conscious environment.