Lead Feed Mill Operator

gpac; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Feed Mill Operator for a well-known company in Waterloo, IA. The role involves loading and unloading trucks, conducting feed quality tests, and operating the feed manufacturing system to ensure production targets are met.

The candidate should be prepared for physical labor, forklift or ladder work, and long hours in a dusty environment, with opportunities for advancement within the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Basic understanding of computers, math comprehension and previous plant environment is preferred.
• Must have the ability to climb ladders, lift up to 75 lbs, bend, kneel, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, work with heights, and work long hours in harsh environments (hot, cold temperatures and a dusty conditions).
• Ability to perform general facility maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks
• Conduct feed quality tests
• Perform and assist in facility maintenance
• Dump bag ingredients into mixes as formula requires
• Wait on customers
• Operate Feed manufacturing system
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment
• Assist with any other tasks as requested or assigned by management

Job description

We are working with a well‑known company that is seeking a Feed Mill Operator. This company offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits packages, and advancement opportunities with proven success.

Feed Mill Operator Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks
• Conduct feed quality tests
• Perform and assist in facility maintenance
• Dump bag ingredients into mixes as formula requires
• Wait on customers
• Operate Feed manufacturing system
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment
• Assist with any other tasks as requested or assigned by management

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Basic understanding of computers, math comprehension and previous plant environment is preferred
• Must have the ability to climb ladders, lift up to 75 lbs, bend, kneel, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, work with heights, and work long hours in harsh environments (hot, cold temperatures and a dusty conditions).
• Ability to perform general facility maintenance preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.