Mill Operator - Third Shift

Keystone Cooperative, Inc.; Reynolds (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. in Reynolds, Indiana is seeking a hands-on Feed Mill Operator to manufacture livestock feed and handle related paperwork. Responsibilities include loading/unloading trucks, forklift operation, and maintaining warehouse areas.

The role requires attention to detail, safety consciousness, and a cooperative mindset to support a small-team environment in a morning shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; agriculture background is a plus.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to learn new software and systems.
• Experience in manufacturing or feed production environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Assist mill staff with operating activities.
• Operate scales for inbound and outbound trucks.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and housekeeping.
• Understand feed ingredients and proper handling.
• Distribute feed to trucks accurately.
• Operate equipment safely.
• Follow all laws, regulations, and safety rules.
• Complete necessary paperwork and records.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Punctuality

Forklift operation

Problem solving

Computer skills

Learning new software

Education

High School Diploma

Agriculture background

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Description

Hours are generally 3:00 am to 11:00 am, but could adjust based on business needs.

Position Overview

Primary duties to include the manufacturing of livestock feed and all related paperwork. Additional duties to include loading/unloading trucks, customer service, grounds and equipment maintenance, warehouse maintenance, and other related feed production duties, forklift operation and grain handling.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Must be able to work independently and efficiently with little or no supervision.
• Assist other mill employees with operating activities.
• Operate scales for inbound and outbound trucks.
• Performing basic preventative maintenance, including housekeeping items.
• Understanding the feed ingredients and proper handling techniques.
• Accurately distribute feed directly to a feed truck.
• Operate equipment safely.
• Consistently follow all laws, regulations, and safety rules.
• Properly complete necessary paperwork and records.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

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.