FEED MILL OPERATOR

KENT WORLDWIDE; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete benefit package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

KENT WORLDWIDE is seeking a Machine Operator for their Altoona, IA plant. This role entails operating equipment for feed production, ensuring quality control, and performing maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates should have a strong work ethic, be customer-focused, and have a manufacturing background.

This is a 2nd shift position that offers growth opportunities and a complete benefit package. Candidates are expected to lift 55 lbs, have some mechanical aptitude, and maintain a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• 1 plus years of manufacturing experience required.
• Farming background is a plus.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Daily operation of equipment to process and manufacture feed products.
• Record and document all feed manufactured during shift.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Good communication skills

Ability to operate a forklift

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Bagging machine

Job description

Looking to join a six-time US Best Managed Company? KENT Nutrition, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Machine Operator at our Altoona, IA plant! The Operator will perform routine tasks related to the feed production including quality control, ingredient and feed processing, manufacturing and load out, ingredient receiving and storage, equipment maintenance and housekeeping. The Machine Operator must possess a strong work ethic, customer focused, hardworking and desire to work as a team member. This is a 2nd shift (1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.), hourly position that has the opportunity for growth, and comes with a complete benefit package.

Job Location

This position is designed and intended to be performed in Altoona, IA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Daily operation of equipment to process and manufacture feed products
• Operate the bagger, sewing machine, forklift and all feed manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently
• Follow warehouse and loading protocols
• Ensure Kent Nutrition’s quality assurance is met regarding ingredient receiving, load‑out, and bagging
• Record and document all feed manufactured during shift
• Mix and prepare livestock feeds efficiently assuring accuracy and high quality
• Assist management with production scheduling, inventory planning & control for both ingredients and finished products
• Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed
• Load and unload trucks in a safe and efficient manner
• Provide excellent customer service
• Observe and enforce all company policies & procedures
• Perform general work around the facility and other duties as assigned
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations
• Other duties as assigned by Plant Management

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• 1 plus years of manufacturing experience
• Farming background a plus
• Mechanical aptitude preferred

Other Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge
• Good communication, verbal, written and math skills
• Able to effectively communication with customers, co-workers and customers
• Ability to work as a team member
• Thorough understanding of cGMP’s
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, HACCP Feed & Safety Plan, and FSMA
• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs. from floor to working height as job requires
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperaturesAbility to pass pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check