Utility Batching Operator- 1st Shift- Storm Lake Feed Mill

Tyson Foods; Storm Lake (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Storm Lake, IA seeks a team member to operate and maintain pellet production equipment, receive orders, load and dispatch trucks, and uphold a safe work environment per Tyson policies.

The role requires data recording, operating scales, unloading ingredients, batching systems, and performing quality analysis. Candidates should be able to lift up to 60 lbs and work in a physically demanding setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to accurately record data.
• Ability to operate scales and document ingredients.
• Ability to unload feed ingredients and route to storage.
• Ability to batch, pellet and route finished feed using systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pellet production equipment.
• Receive orders, load and dispatch trucks.
• Maintain a safe work environment per Tyson policies.
• Communicate at all levels of Operations including customers and vendors.

Skills

Data recording

Operate scales

Unloading ingredients

Batching systems

Quality analysis

Heavy lifting (60 lbs)

Job description

Job Details:

Schedule - Monday - Friday possible Saturday's Hours - 6:00 am - 2:30 pm Pay - 23.45/Hr. plus 1.00 extra attendance bonus

Job Description:

Your responsibilities will include operating and maintaining pellet production equipment, receiving orders, loading and dispatching trucks, and maintaining a safe work environment in accordance with Tyson policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Ability to accurately record data
• Ability be able to operate scales and document incoming ingredients through the ticketing system
• Ability to operate equipment to unload feed ingredients and route to appropriate storage silo
• Ability to operate computerize pelleting and batching systems to batch, pellet, and route finished feed based on run schedules
• Ability to obtain and run quality analysis on required incoming ingredients
• Ability to lift and use hand tools to assist in unloading of ingredients
• Ability to perform minor maintenance duties using hand tools
• Ability to operate loading equipment and ensure correct feed type is loaded and sent to the correct farm
• Ability to organize/flex task and change priorities throughout the day
• Ability to take Feed bin inventory
• Able to work in hot, dry, dusty, wet and cold environments.
• Heavy exposure to ingredient dust and inclement weather.
• Ability to work holidays, weekends, and flexible hours as required based on demand scheduling.
• Able to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity Guidelines including an agreement to avoid any avian species
• Maintain good housekeeping including service areas
• Communicate to all levels of Operations including Customers and Vendors both orally and in writing where required
• Able to Lift up to 60 lbs. and/or up to 100 lbs. with assistance
• Stand, Sit, Walk, Climb Ladder/Stairs with the ability to sustain physical activity throughout the day.
• Minimum of 6 months of continuous employments with previous employer.

Physical Requirements:

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America) Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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