Feed Operations Technician

Socket.dev; Newell (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

AgState is seeking a dedicated Feed Operations Technician to join our team in Iowa. You will support feed receipt and order fulfillment, operate the control room and scale, and ensure safe, efficient operations in a feed mill environment.

The role emphasizes customer service, safety, and reliability, with opportunities to perform routine maintenance and inventory checks while supporting multiple locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Provide excellent customer service.
• Operate control room/scale in feed mill setting with sound technical ability.
• Receive feed ingredients and transfer to appropriate bins.
• Fill feed orders daily, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Documentation of maintenance according to OSHA Standards.
• Assist with daily maintenance checks on all running equipment.
• Monitor bin inventories for adequate operating inventories.
• Perform quality assurance checks daily, weekly, and monthly.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

PLC basics

Safety awareness

Education

On the job training

Job description

Feed Operations Technician

Here is your chance to work for a Feed Retailer company that is in the Top 5 in Iowa and Top 30 in the Nation. Are you an energetic team player that thrives in a team setting? We are looking for you to join our diverse team today!

Under the direction of the location leader, you will be responsible for working with our Feed Division, receiving feed ingredients, and making sure feed orders are filled on time.

This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in working with agriculture and providing exceptional customer service to our producers. You will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service, along with a stable career that offers outstanding benefits!

AgState offers a generous benefits package including 401K Match or Defined Benefit (Pension) Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Salary Continuation, Long Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance, Career Growth and Development Opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Education Assistance, Employee discounts and local discounts, Paid Holidays, Clothing Allowance, and a generous Paid Time off Accrual.

YOU WILL:

• Provide excellent customer service.
• Operate control room/scale in feed mill setting providing sound technical ability.
• Receive feed ingredients and transfer to appropriate bins.
• Fill feed orders daily, ensuring quality and satisfaction for the customer base.
• Documentation of maintenance according to OSHA Standards.
• Assist with the performance of daily maintenance checks on all running equipment.
• Comply with all company housekeeping standards.
• Make minor improvements to equipment and facilities, as needed.
• Assist with other locations, as needed.
• Must be an energetic team player with a positive attitude.
• Monitor bin inventories to ensure adequate operating inventories for all shifts.
• Perform quality assurance checks daily, weekly, and monthly.
• Must keep work areas clean, well swept, and neat in appearance always.
• Operations of PLC's.
• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime as required.
• Comply with all company safety policies for AgState.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Job requires standing for most of the shift.
• Stooping, bending, climbing exposure to heights, exposure to heat and cold may also be involved.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. from the floor to minimum height of 36".
• Work overtime as required.
• Ability to work in a feed mill environment.
• Requires a high degree of attention and dexterity.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• May require a Class ACDL or be willing to obtain.
• Development Opportunities

EDUCATION:

• On the job training

**Our values ~ RISE: Respect- ~ Integrity ~ Safety ~ Excellence**

Equal Opportunity Employer - we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage employees at AgState to bring authenticity to work every day.