Mill Operator/Receiving

Keystone Cooperative, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a Receiving Operator to manage the intake of grain and ingredients. The role focuses on unloading, inspecting for quality, and documenting all materials accurately.

Responsibilities include operating equipment safely, collecting samples, and maintaining a tidy, compliant receiving area. A High School Diploma and teamwork mindset are required, with agriculture background a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Willingness to work with others and accept feedback.
• Ability to learn new software and operating procedures.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload grain, ingredients, and other materials.
• Inspect deliveries for quality and contamination.
• Operate receiving equipment safely and efficiently.
• Collect samples and perform basic quality checks.
• Maintain accurate receiving records and inventory transactions.
• Monitor storage bins and ensure proper placement and tracking.
• Keep receiving areas clean and compliant with safety regulations.

Skills

Computer literacy

Safety-conscious

Team player

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Receiving equipment

Inventory systems

Job description

Job Description

Hours are estimated to be 6:30 AM to 5 PM

Key Responsibilities

Position Overview: Receiving Operator is responsible for receiving, inspecting, and unloading incoming ingredients and materials used in feed production. This position ensures accurate documentation, maintains product quality standards, and supports safe and efficient mill operations.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Receive and unload grain, ingredients, and other incoming materials.
• Inspect deliveries for quality, contamination, and compliance with company standards.
• Operate receiving equipment, conveyors, and related machinery safely.
• Collect samples and perform basic quality checks as required.
• Maintain accurate receiving records, inventory transactions, and paperwork.
• Monitor storage bins and ingredient levels to ensure proper placement and tracking.
• Keep receiving areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety regulations.

Skills and Qualifications

• Computer skills and ability to learn new software.
• Have an understanding of safe working conditions and operations of vehicles.
• Be willing and able to work well with others, to take and give constructive criticism, and to lend a helping hand.
• Ability to use analytical techniques for problem solving, coordination, and decision making.
• Mechanical interest and aptitude are beneficial.
• Driven, organized, and punctual.
• Must be team oriented.
• Possess great attention to detail.

Educations and Experience

• High School Diploma.
• Agriculture background a plus.

Benefits

At Keystone Cooperative, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our offerings include:

• Health & Wellness: Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs to keep you feeling your best.
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Generous time off with pay to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Career Growth: Training, development opportunities, and tuition assistance to help you reach your goals.
• Employee Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings and programs to make life outside of work even better.

Company Overview

Join a team that invests in you—personally and professionally! Keystone Cooperative, Inc. is a 100% farmer-owned cooperative serving customers across Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Illinois. Centered on the valued relationships that have built and grown the cooperative for 100 years, Keystone specializes in energy, agronomy, grain, animal nutrition, and swine production. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Keystone serves as a center point in local family farms and rural communities, ensuring today's successes and securing tomorrow's opportunities.