Feed Mill Production/Operations (2nd Shift)

the equitya; Horace (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Holidays

Floating holidays

401k match

Parental leave

Referral program

Incentive program

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

The Equity is seeking a Feed Mill Production/Operations Technician for the 2nd shift in Illinois. You will operate mill equipment, manage ingredient inventories, and uphold quality and safety standards while providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include maintaining GMPs, assisting customers, and ensuring a clean, safe work environment. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; mill production and agriculture background preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Operate feed mill equipment following safety policies.
• Maintain inventory of medications, supplements, and ingredients.
• Ensure quality standards and GMP compliance.
• Assist customers in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping of the mill.
• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and management.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation & teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Horace - Feed Mill Production/Operations (2nd Shift)

The Feed Mill Production & Operations Technician supports the safe and efficient production of quality feed products. This individual is responsible for operating feed mill equipment, maintaining ingredient inventories, upholding quality and safety standards, and ensuring the facility remains clean and well maintained. They also provide excellent customer service and communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and management.

Location

13991 E 1700th Rd, Chrisman, IL 61924

Reports to

Feed Mill Manager

Salary

$23-$32 per hour

Shift

2nd Shift: 3 pm - 11:30 pm

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all established personnel and safety policies and procedures
• Follow all HACCP guidelines
• Responsible for Quality Standards and GMP’s of all feed manufactured
• Maintain daily inventory of medications, supplements, and ingredients
• Responsible for grinding, mixing, pelleting, and bagging all feed products
• Help customers in a prompt, efficient, and courteous manner
• Responsible for maintenance and housekeeping of feed mill
• Be able to communicate in a professional manner to the customers, employees, and manager

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Leadership Characteristics

• High School Diploma or GED. Background in mill production and agriculture background preferred.
• Must possess excellent communication skills
• Demonstrates the ability to interact effectively with management and customers
• Has a self-motivating personality as well as team-building skills

Work Environment

The nature of the business may require extended hours. While performing the duties of the job, the employee occasionally works outside near moving mechanical equipment and may work in high, precarious places with exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and vibration. Noise level in work area is usually loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands include lifting objects up to 50 pounds.

Travel

The employee may be required to travel to other locations, conferences, educational opportunities and other job-related activities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, responsibilities, and activities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Date Posted

09/02/2026

Who is The Equity?

The Equity is an independent ag cooperative headquartered in Effingham, Illinois and has over 600 employees. Our market area currently includes 22 locations and covers central Illinois and southwest Indiana. The Equity has five divisions including: Agronomy, Grain, Feed & Livestock, Energy, and two Retail Stores, plus a Precision Agronomy dealership as well as a cutting-edge drone sprayer business. The Equity’s mission is to deliver value to our customers through operational excellence, providing information, exploring opportunities, and supporting profitable roles for producers.

Benefits Overview

• Paid vacation, 6 days Paid Time for All, 8 paid holidays, 3 paid floating holidays
• 401k match up to 6%
• One week paid Parental Leave
• Referral Program
• Company Incentive Program
• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid Life insurance and long-term disability insurance