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Assistant Feed Mill Operator

Fremont Farms of Iowa

Malcom, IA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Agriculture, Apple iPad, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, Grinding, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Inventory Levels, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance Services, Mathematics, Metalworking, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Operational Support, Physical Demands, Preventative Maintenance, Procedure Development, Process Flow, Process Management, Safety/Work Safety, Skid Steer Loader, Team Player, Warehousing, Wheel/Front-End Loader
LOCATION
Malcom, IA
POSTED
2 days ago
Job Summary 
The Assistant Feed Mill Operator helps withproducing high quality feed, maintaining equipment, and keeping a clean work environment. Your focus will be on housekeeping and maintenance. Also, you will be trained on the feed making process to assist the operators.

Schedule
Hours are 7am-5pm M-F and weekends if needed.

Key Responsibilities    
  • Manage ingredient process flow of entire feed mill to include receiving, grinding, batching, and loadout.
  • Receive ingredients and maintenance of the feed mill, warehouse, bins, and related equipment.
  • Coordinate, plan and execute finished feed production runs for the layer and pullet farms.
  • Perform or coordinate preventative maintenance and repair of mill and related equipment as needed.
  • Understand internal feed computer systems and process paperwork, orders, or related information to support farm operations.
  • Follow established procedures to maintain sufficient ingredients and finished feed inventory levels.
  • Maintain a clean orderly work environment.
  • Provide back-up support to coworkers and other departments as required.
  • Coordinates with other departments on troubleshooting day-to-day equipment concerns with feed consumption, scales, and accurate reporting of feed usage.
  • 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Awareness and knowledge of the mechanical operations of a feed mill and knowledge of proper equipment maintenance is preferred.
  • Agricultural, mill, grain elevator, Industrial or equivalent experience is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities         
  • Good communication skills and a teamwork attitude are essential.
  • Computer/iPad skills and understanding of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) Safety Culture.
  • Mechanical, electrical, and metal working knowledge is preferred.
  • Ability to operate power tools and equipment safely.
  • Independent Self Starter/Team Player
  • Ability to work well with others in a fast paced, dynamic environment and have an attention to detail.
  • Mathematical ability is required.
  • Knowledge of production agriculture or feed operations is preferred.
  • Ability to walk and stand for 10 hours/day.
  • Forklift, Skid Steer, Front End Loader experience preferred.

Physical Demands
Stand and walk frequently throughout the day. Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.

Other Expectations:
  • Follow all company biosecurity and safety procedures.
  • Ensure a safe and clean work environment.
  • Adhere to work schedules in completing and performing all assigned duties.
  • Valid driver’s license if asked to perform functions off the site.

 

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Fremont Farms of Iowa