PELLET MILL OPERATOR

KENT Nutrition; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KENT Nutrition Group, Inc. in Columbus, NE is seeking a Pellet Mill Operator to safely operate pellet mill equipment and produce high-quality feed that meets company standards. This hourly role runs 12:00 a.m.

to 8:00 a.m. and offers a comprehensive benefits package in a team‑oriented manufacturing environment. You will understand feed manufacturing, follow formulation requirements, perform QA checks, keep inventory and logs, and participate in daily maintenance while adhering to cGMP, HACCP,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Math skills sufficient to complete documentation.
• Effective problem‑solving ability.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent work ethics a must.
• Ability to cooperate with co-workers is essential.
• Thorough understanding of cGMPs.
• Knowledge of HACCP Feed & Food Safety Plan.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.
• Knowledge of FSMA.

Responsibilities

• Understand the process of feed manufacturing including the flow of ingredients.
• Follow feed formulation requirements and quality assurance testing specified by Quality Control.
• Recognize and communicate quality issues to Quality Control foreman.
• Keep feed inventory current and accurate.
• Complete operating and production documentation.
• Perform daily maintenance on pellet mill equipment and record on log reports.
• Provide maintenance, cleanliness and housekeeping to ensure equipment is in proper working condition for continual mill operation.
• Assist with repairs and maintenance as needed and report maintenance problems to the supervisor.
• Follow company specified safety practices and comply to OSHA standards.
• Follow feed mill Standard Operating Procedures.
• Run multiple pieces of equipment within the plant.
• Assist in all feed and other mill duties as requested by shift foreman including safety, customer service, production, maintenance and housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned by plant management.]
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Skills

Communication

Math skills

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

cGMP knowledge

HACCP

FSMA

OSHA safety

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

KENT Nutrition Group, Inc., a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE™ family of companies, has an exciting opportunity for a Pellet Mill Operator at our Columbus, NE facility. In this role, you will be responsible for operating pellet mill equipment safely and efficiently to produce high-quality feed products that meet company standards. We are seeking dependable, safety-focused individuals who enjoy hands‑on work, take pride in producing quality products, and thrive in a team‑oriented manufacturing environment. This hourly position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a schedule of 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., providing an excellent opportunity to grow your skills and build a rewarding career in manufacturing.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Columbus, NE.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand the process of feed manufacturing including the flow of ingredients
• Follow feed formulation requirements and quality assurance testing specified by Quality Control
• Recognize and communicate quality issues to Quality Control foreman
• Keep feed inventory current and accurate
• Complete operating and production documentation
• Perform daily maintenance on pellet mill equipment and record on log reports
• Provide maintenance, cleanliness and housekeeping to ensure equipment is in proper working condition for continual mill operation
• Assist with repairs and maintenance as needed and report maintenance problems to the supervisor
• Follow company specified safety practices and comply to OSHA standards
• Follow feed mill Standard Operating Procedures
• Run multiple pieces of equipment within the plant
• Assist in all feed and other mill duties as requested by shift foreman including safety, customer service, production, maintenance and housekeeping
• Other duties as assigned by plant management

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Good communication skills; verbal and written
• Math skills sufficient to complete documentation
• Effective problem‑solving skills
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Excellent work ethics a must
• Ability to cooperate with co‑workers is essential
• Thorough understanding of cGMP’s
• Knowledge of HACCP Feed & Food Safety Plan
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements
• Knowledge of FSMA

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience in feed or production related work

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Able to safely lift a minimum of 55 lbs. from floor to working height as job requires
• Ability to work safely in a dust environment
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all seasonal weather conditions