Feed Mill Technician

Willamette Egg Farms LLC; Ohio; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company match

Paid time Off

Paid Holidays

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Versova is seeking a Feed Mill Technician (2nd shift) in Croton, OH. The role oversees daily feed production, coordinates schedules, and operates the feed mill to ensure timely delivery while maintaining quality and safety standards.

As part of the Feed Mill team, you will manage ingredient inventories, supervise load routing, and perform routine maintenance while supporting production demand, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years general work experience.
• Proficient with Windows, Word, Excel; able to learn Beta Raven, FMM, and LogMeIn.
• Understanding of safe work practices including PPE, fall protection, and confined space entry.
• Ability to safely perform physical tasks: lift up to 55 lbs, climb ladders, work at heights up to 200 ft.
• Able to pass a PFT exam for respirator use.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays as production demands.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with quality, food safety, and site safety policies.
• Promote Versova Feed Teams’ Guiding Principles and Core Values.
• Ensure ingredients are placed in correct bin and communicate on loads.
• Enter loads for the day into FMM.
• Assist in maintaining sufficient ingredient inventory.
• Monitor batching system for efficient operation and correct load routing.
• Enter ingredient loads into Raven receiving system accurately.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Perform preventative maintenance and report issues with action plans.
• Deliver finished feed safely to layer and pullet bins.

Skills

General experience 0-2y

Windows/Office basics

Safe work practices understanding

Lifting/physical capacity

OT/Weekend availability

Tools

Beta Raven

FMM

LogMeIn

Job description

Job Title: Feed Mill Technician- 2nd shift

Department: Feed Mill

Location: Croton, OH

Reports To: Feed Mill Manager

Job Type: Full- Time

Job Summary

The Feed Mill Technician is responsible for the daily production of feed, coordinating the feed schedule, and operating the feed mill. This role contributes to the organization's goals by ensuring efficient feed production and delivery, managing ingredient inventories, and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain compliance with all internal/external quality, food safety, and site safety policies and procedures.
• Promote a culture consistent with Iowa Cage Free and Versova Feed Teams’ Guiding Principles and Core Values.
• Ensure incoming ingredients are placed in the proper bin and communicate with the team on incoming loads.
• Enter loads for the day into FMM.
• Assist the Feed Mill Manager in maintaining sufficient ingredient inventory.
• Monitor batching system for efficient operation and correct load routing.
• Enter ingredient loads into the BETA Raven receiving system accurately.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Perform preventative maintenance and document maintenance concerns with action plans and status reports.
• Deliver finished feed safely and accurately to layer and pullet finished feed bins.
• Ensure correct feed placement in the correct house at the appropriate time.
• Collect, inspect, and bag samples of each load delivered.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and ensure transportation equipment is in satisfactory condition.
• Manage traffic flow in receiving area and unload grain and ingredient trucks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 0-2 years general work experience.
• Proficient in using a computer with current Windows operating system, Word, Excel, and able to learn Windows-based programs (Beta Raven, FMM, and LogMeIn).
• Understanding of safe work practices, including respiratory protection, elevated work platforms, fall protection, control of hazardous energy, fire protection systems, electrical safety, forklift/hoist operation, confined space entry, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and employee “Right to Know.”
• Ability to safely complete physical tasks associated with essential job functions, including bending, stooping, lifting up to 55 lbs., climbing ladders, work in confined spaces, and working at heights up to 200ft.
• Able to pass a PFT examination for respirator use.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and holiday hours as required based on production demand.

This position is based at a feed mill and requires work in both indoor and outdoor environments. The role involves exposure to grain dust, varying temperatures, loud machinery, and potential odors associated with grain storage and manure management. The technician will be required to stand, walk, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly. This role may also require working at heights and in confined spaces. Standard work hours may vary, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, depending on operational needs. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required as needed.

About Us:

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.

As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.

• Regular performance reviews
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA with company match
• Paid time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Disclosure:

This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

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