Mill Loader Operator — $5K Bonus + Benefits

nwicc.edu; Nebraska; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Benefits starting Day 1

Job summary

Northwest Iowa Community College is seeking a punctual operator to run a payloader at our South Feedlot in Broken Bow, Nebraska. The position follows a rotating 4-on/4-off schedule, with duties including loading, basic maintenance, and assisting with mill operations.

The ideal candidate will have mechanical aptitude, safety focus, strong communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical interest and aptitude are beneficial.
• Commitment to safety and quality culture.
• Ability to use analytical techniques for problem solving, coordination, and decision making.
• Driven, organized, action-oriented, analytical, and ability to multi-task.
• Individual must be team oriented.
• Proven professional communication, presentation, and customer service skills.
• High attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operating the pay loader in a safe manner.
• Learn Remote Control operation of the mill loader.
• Understanding the feed ingredients and proper handling techniques.
• Reporting and recording all feed audits.
• Performing basic preventative maintenance, including replacing bits and changing oils and filters.
• General cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Learning the operations of the mill and flaker and be a resource to run the mill and flaker on an as-needed basis.
• Assisting with repairs and maintenance on the mill and flaker.
• Assisting with general mill housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Assisting with all delivered commodities (loading and unloading).

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety culture

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Team orientation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Job description

Responsibilities & Qualifications
We are seeking a punctual and responsible individual who enjoys operating equipment, specifically a payloader, to be a part of our Mill team at our South Feedlot, located in Broken Bow, Nebraska. The schedule for this position is a rotating 4 days on and 4 days off.

This person will be responsible for:

Operating the pay loader in a safe manner.
Learn Remote Control operation of the mill loader.
Understanding the feed ingredients and proper handling techniques.
Reporting and recording all feed audits.
Performing basic preventative maintenance, including replacing bits and changing oils and filters.
General cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
Learning the operations of the mill and flaker and be a resource to run the mill and flaker on an as-needed basis.
Assisting with repairs and maintenance on the mill and flaker.
Assisting with general mill housekeeping and cleanliness.
Assisting with all delivered commodities (loading and unloading).
Ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:

Mechanical interest and aptitude are beneficial.
Commitment to safety and quality culture.
Ability to use analytical techniques for problem solving, coordination, and decision making.
Driven, organized, action-oriented, analytical, and ability to multi-task.
Individual must be team oriented.
Proven professional communication, presentation, and customer service skills.
High attention to detail.
Requirements & Compensation
This position requires:

Individual must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Individual must be able to perform maintenance and inspections at the top of grain bins/elevators and flaker, of elevations up to approximately 100ft.
Exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally; 25-50 pounds of force frequently; 10-20 pounds of force constantly. Standing and sitting frequently; walking, carrying, and lifting/lowering, pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, climbing, crawling, stairs, reaching/handling/grasping, and kneeling/crouching occasionally.
Compensation Details:

Starting Wage: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour.
$5,000 Hiring Bonus
Comprehensive Benefits which start on Day 1 of employment (including: medical, dental, vision, company match 401(k), paid time off, bonus plan, and more!)