Feed Mill Production Operator - Afternoons

Pilgrim; Town of Arcadia (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation after 60 days

Benefits at 60 days

401K contributions on day 1

Employee discount on Pilgrim’s poultry

Training provided

Tuition assistance – Better Futures

Career development programs

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Arcadia is hiring an Afternoon Shift Feed Mill Production Operator. You will operate feed mill systems, pellet and grind ingredients, and help manage production schedules while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires physical work, ability to lift, stand long hours, and good teamwork with growers and drivers. Training is provided, with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or related experience and/or training preferred.
• 1-3 years related experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Some skill in computers.
• Some mechanical ability.
• Ability to lift 80-pound bags.
• Ability to work in cool temperatures (around 40 degrees).
• Ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Performs housekeeping duties through the feed mill.
• Pellets all finished feed rotations for the Complex utilizing feed mill control systems both manually and by computer.
• Mixes all finished feed rations for the complex utilizing control system to auto batch and auto route individual runs of feed.
• Grinds all corn for the finished feed rations utilizing feed mill control system to auto grind and auto route the grinding system.
• Follows, assist and determines feed production schedule.
• Maintains automated short-mix machine and ingredients associated with it.
• Performs daily maintenance of Pellet Mills.
• Cleans Pellet Mill Particle Separators on a weekly basis.
• Maintain all records accurately and neatly in accordance to FDA and divisional guidelines.
• Operates and maintains equipment in a safe manner and keeps area and buildings neat, clean and orderly.
• Dispatch and load feed delivery trucks.
• Collects various feed and ingredient samples for FDA and Pilgrim’s compliance.

Skills

Reading and writing in English

Basic math

Computers

Mechanical aptitude

Lifting 80 pounds

Pallet jack operation

Lock Out/Tag Out awareness

Education

High School Diploma or related experience

Tools

Pallet jack

Feed mill control systems

Job description

Feed Mill Production Operator - Afternoons

About Pilgrim’s
Pilgrim’s is a leading global provider of high-quality food products, including well-recognized brands and value-added premium products. As one of the world’s largest poultry producers, Pilgrim’s has provided wholesome, quality products to customers and consumers for more than seven decades. It’s our passion for excellence that continues to drive us to be the best, and we seek opportunities to diversify and grow.
Pilgrim’s Arcadia Location
While Pilgrim’s is a global company, we offer a hometown feel within our complex located in Arcadia, WI. Pilgrim’s works with 150 local growers. We employ approximately 500 team members at our complex. We give you the tools you need to discover your perfect career match, and the freedom and support to take your career to the next level. It is our goal to be your employer of choice and provide you with the opportunity for a better future!
Pilgrim’s wantsYOUto join our Team as aAfternoon Shift Feed Mill Production Operator! This position starts at$23.31/hour, plus $1.00/hour shift differential. Benefits include:

• 80 hours of Vacation, after 60 days of employment
• Benefits at 60 days of employment, 401K contributions on day 1 of employment
• 70% off quality Pilgrim’s poultry products
• Training provided with a trainer/mentor
• Better Futures Program –2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
• Opportunity to grow your career through our Supervisor Development Program or Management Trainee Program

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: (Other duties may be assigned)

• Performs housekeeping duties through the feed mill.
• Pellets all finished feed rotations for the Complex utilizing feed mill control systems both manually and by computer according to procedures to select which feed to pull mash feed from and which bin to place the finished feed into.
• Mixes all finished feed rations for the complex utilizing control system to auto batch and auto route individual runs of feed according to proper sequencing and/or flushing.
• Grinds all corn for the finished feed rations utilizing feed mill control system to auto grind and auto route the grinding system.
• Follows, assist and determines feed production schedule.
• Maintains automated short-mix machine and ingredients associated with it.
• Performs daily maintenance of Pellet Mills.
• Cleans Pellet Mill Particle Separators (Pollution Control Device) on a weekly basis.
• Maintain all records accurately and neatly in accordance to FDA and divisional guidelines.
• Operates and maintains equipment in a safe manner and keeps area and buildings neat, clean and orderly according to housekeeping schedule for the Feed Mill.Uses blow down techniques using required PPE.Assists in maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Dispatch and load feed delivery trucks.Fills in for dispatch operator loading trucks, answering phone calls from growers and performing other dispatch duties.
• Collects various feed and ingredient samples for FDA and Pilgrim’s compliance.
• Responsible for additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

EXPECTATIONS – all Team Members

• Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
• Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.
• Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks.Consistently practices, and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions in English (for record keeping purposes).
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• High School Diploma or related experience and/or training preferred
• 1-3 years related experience preferred.
• Basic math skills.
• Some skill in computers.
• Some mechanical ability.
• Ability to lift 80- pound bags.
• Working ability to dispatch loads.
• Working ability to effectively communicate with associates, vendors, drivers and growers.
• Working knowledge of inventory and record keeping.
• Working ability to climb high structures.
• Working knowledge of ingredient and feed quality.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situation.
• Ability to work in cool temperatures (around 40 degrees)
• Ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day
• Ability to multitask and work quickly
• Ability to perform light maintenance on equipment
• Pallet jack license or willingness to acquire
• Authorized to do LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) or willingness to acquire authorization