Feed Mill Technician

Socket.dev; Emmetsburg (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Passel Farms is seeking a dedicated technician to operate batching systems and related equipment in the feed mill. The role requires maintaining efficient production while upholding strict safety and bio-security policies.

Responsibilities include receiving ingredients, managing inventory, and ensuring a clean and safe working environment. This on-site, second-shift position emphasizes reliability and physical ability to handle demanding tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Takes initiative and can identify what needs to be done and execute on it.
• Must be task-oriented to complete jobs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operates batching systems, mixers, grinders and pellet mill to produce feed.
• Receives, unloads and stores ingredients; manages inventory levels.
• Maintains a clean work environment and follows safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Time management

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

This position will be responsible for the manufacturing of feed as well as general housekeeping and custodial duties. The technician will follow company Standard Operating Procedures to ensure the mill is kept in a clean state of operation, perform routine maintenance tasks, assist with repair projects, and follow company prescribed safety protocols and other daily tasks as directed by the Feed mill Manager.Schedule is 2nd Shift - starts late morning/midday into evening.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates computerized batching systems, mixers, grinders and pellet mill to produce feed.
• Receives, unloads and stores ingredients, fill micro-ingredient bins.
• Manages inventory levels.
• Maintains a clean work environment.
• Climbs feed bins.
• Cleaning up any spilled feed.
• Assist with sampling and testing products per SOP.
• Completes safety training timely.
• Follows all Animal Welfare policies and practices and informs management of any violations by staff.
• Follows bio-security measures according to Bio-Security Policy, including visitor access, sanitation, and disease prevention measures.
• Follows all safety rules and practices and ensures others do the same.
• Supports, promotes, and adheres to policies, procedures, and values of Passel Farms and industry standards.
• Regular, punctual and consistent attendance is essential for this position.
• Other duties as may be assigned to fulfill responsibilities of this position and support team goals.

Requirements

Qualification: High School Diploma or GED preferred. Takes initiative and can identify what needs to be done and then will execute on it. Must be task-oriented to complete jobs as needed. Takes accountability of project and able to manage time.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate equipment; reach with hands and the employee must regularly be able to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Able to climb ladders and work at heights up to 200 feet. Must be able to operate a pallet jack with 2,000 pounds of material. Able work in confined spaces

Work Environment: This position is facilitated out of the feed mill. There will be some variation in work hours due to employee schedules, weather, animal health, special projects, and other concerns. This position may be exposed to all weather conditions. Will be exposed to dusty and airborne conditions. Personal protection equipment may be required in some areas.