Pellet Mill Attendant I

Kreher Family Farms; Village of Wolcott (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Free farm fresh eggs

Job summary

Kreher Family Farms in Wolcott, NY is seeking a Pellet Mill Attendant I to operate and maintain the pellet mill and assist in production of fertilizer products. The role is full-time, on-site, with wage range of $22.00–$24.00 per hour and requires forklift training and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities include meeting delivery dates, monitoring inventory, and maintaining safe, efficient pellet mill operations while supporting other farm areas as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate farm equipment and forklifts.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.
• Able to work independently and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fertilizer products for sale by efficient operations.
• Fill orders, meet delivery dates, and monitor pellet mill inventory.
• Respond promptly to customer concerns about products or services.
• Maintain all supplies and equipment in pellet mill areas.
• Identify opportunities to reduce rework and waste and inform management.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Assist in bagging and support other farm areas as needed.
• Report safety hazards and improvement opportunities to a supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Computer skills

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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Pellet Mill Attendant I

Pellet Mill Full Time Manual Labor Wolcott, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2532

Salary Range: $22.00 To $24.00 Hourly

*Forklift trained and computer skills preferred*

JOB RESPONSIBILTIES

Strategic and tactical work for which this position is accountable:

It is the responsibility of thePellet Mill Attendant ltobecome familiar with Kreher’s pre-established compost and fertilizer production procedures and guidelines, while working in a supervised manner, to:

• Provide a quality product to the customer by efficiently performing and overseeing various functions related to preparing fertilizer for sale.
• Ensure that orders are filled, delivery dates are met, and inventory is monitored within the pellet mill department.
• Respond with a sense of urgency to all customer concerns with products and/or services provided.
• Maintain all supplies and equipment for Pellet Mill areas.
• Look for opportunities to eliminate re-work, waste, etc., and inform manager.
• Meet or exceed standards in the tasks performed for the department without sacrificing quality or personal safety,and encourage team members to do the same.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to avoid accidents,and encourage team mates to do the same.
• Work effectively with other areas of the farm.
• Assist in bagging as required.
• Maintain clean breakroom.
• Look for safety hazards or opportunities for improvement, and communicate with manager.
• Perform other duties as requested.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Capabilities and traits essential to perform satisfactorily

• A strong aptitude for operating equipment is required.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Able to perform job duties independently.
• Works well as a member of a team.
• Class A driver’s license is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

This position is mobile in nature requiring moderate to high energy levels and occasional physical exertion. There is exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, temperature changes, agricultural noise, dust, odors, and hazards usually accompanied by visits to agricultural facilities.

• The constant physical demands of the position are standing and walking.
• The constant physical demands of the position are carrying, pushing, pulling and lifting.
• The constant physical demands of the position are talking and hearing.
• Lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Health, dental, and vision insurances
• 401K
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Free farm fresh eggs

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

Kreher Farms (“KFF”) is an equal opportunity employer. Kreher Farms prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment and pregnancy), national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, creed, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), reproductive health decision making, military status, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction records, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.