Description
Summary
The purpose of this position is to perform basic functions to insure efficient daily operations of the Feed Mill.
Key Responsibilities
Daily round-trips between local farms for feed delivery
Mixing and loading poultry feed for delivery to multiple farm locations
Apply knowledge of SQF and Safe Food/Safe Feed practices during all mill activities
Receiving and maintenance of ingredient inventories
Preventative maintenance and repair of mill and related equipment
Maintaining a clean safe Mill environment
Provide back-up support to Mill Manager as required
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Agricultural experience preferred
Prior feed mill experience preferred
Possession of, or ability to acquire, an agricultural motor vehicle endorsement
Forklift experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Good communication skills with a teamwork attitude are essential.
Self-motivation with a drive for safe quality feed is required.
Computer skills required
Mathematical ability is required
Knowledge of production agriculture desirable
Physical Demands
Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 60 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to climb up to 150ft by ladder.
Work Environment
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Employee may work in outside environment where temperatures vary seasonally. Clothing must be worn based on seasonal weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Certain areas may be loud enough to require ear protection. All personal protective equipment will be provided and required during certain working conditions and in certain areas. The employee is occasionally exposed to high places.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
