Precision Feed Mill Operator for Safe, Efficient Rations

Friona Industries; Dalhart (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Friona Industries Mill Operator ensures accurate mixing and delivery of feed and related products to support cattle care and feedyard efficiency. The role emphasizes safety and quality, with strong teamwork and clear communication as key traits.

Responsibilities include operating controls and scales, maintaining records, scheduling ration flow, and keeping mill machinery locations known. A safe, clean environment and SOP adherence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Able to trouble shoot mechanical problems
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks

Responsibilities

• Operate controls and scales to produce a consistent, top quality ration per the Nutritionist guidelines.
• Maintain necessary records to ensure proper physical inventory into the ration
• Schedule ration flow with feeders to provide maximum efficiency and minimum carryover of finished ration
• Know location of all mill machinery
• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean working environment to ensure a safe working environment
• Continual observation and adherence of safety policies and procedures
• Maintains inventory at desired levels
• Fulfills all reporting and record keeping requirements
• Mill Operators are subject to Feed Truck cross training as location requirements fluctuate

Skills

Troubleshooting

Fast-paced

Safety awareness

Job description

The Friona Industries Mill Operator ensures accurate mixing and delivery of feed and related products to support cattle care and feedyard efficiency. The role emphasizes safety and quality, with strong teamwork and clear communication as key traits.

Responsibilities include operating controls and scales, maintaining records, scheduling ration flow, and keeping mill machinery locations known. A safe, clean environment and SOP adherence are essential for success.