Feed Mill Operator (2nd Shift) - Forest City, IA
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Job overview
Christensen Farms is hiring a Feed Mill Operator (2nd Shift) - Forest City, IA. The Feed Mill Operator role on the 2nd shift is responsible for executing daily production and load‑out goals, ensuring proper use, upkeep, and maintenance of feed mill equipment, achieving productivity targets, and cross‑training across mill functions while upholding high customer service standards and departmental collaboration.
Key focus areas include Ensure proper safety, equipment and housekeeping procedures are followed, Support and engage in feed mill safety initiatives, and Operate machines to produce swine feed to established quality guidelines.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma and 0-1 Year Job Experience. Important skills include Safety Procedures, Equipment Upkeep, Maintenance, Housekeeping Procedures, Operate Machines, and Quality Assurance Tests. Preferred (not required): Cooperative Attitude, Teamwork Approach, Pride In Quality Of Work, and Reliable.
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Full job description
Forest City, IA, USA | Feed - NPC | 20.00-23.00 per hour Competitive Pay Based on Experience | Full Time
| Health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, employee assistance program, flex spending account, 401K, and vacation.
*Shift Differential for 2nd shift
Position Overview & Responsibilities:
This role is responsible for executing daily production and load-out goals to established daily and weekly feed order levels. Key responsibilities include ensuring the proper use, upkeep, and maintenance of feed mill equipment, consistently achieving productivity goals, and cross-training to perform effectively across all mill manufacturing functions. Additionally, this position emphasizes maintaining the highest standards of customer service and fostering collaboration with various departments to support organizational success.
Major Areas of Accountability:
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Ensure proper safety, equipment and housekeeping procedures are followed.
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Support and engage in feed mill safety initiatives.
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Operate machines to produce swine feed to established quality guidelines.
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Perform necessary quality assurance tests and make necessary adjustments to the grinding process to obtain acceptable quality.
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Operate load out equipment to properly load trucks in most efficient manner.
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Perform and monitor proper documentation of the batching, grinding, loadout, and ingredient receiving.
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Assist in warehouse operations as necessary.
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Follow defined guidelines to produce quality feed.
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Assist in routine preventative maintenance on feed mill equipment and maintain required documentation.
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Responsible for proper feed and load out scheduling.
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Responsible for proper bin management and utilization.
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Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education, Training, and Experience Requirements:
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Minimum formal education required: High School
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Minimum number of years of prior job experience required: Entry Level, 0-1 year
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Specialized Training requirements: None
OTHER SKILLS
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Cooperative attitude and teamwork approach is essential
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Takes pride in quality of work
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Reliable and responsible
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Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
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Demonstrate positive customer service mindset
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Understanding of computer usage
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Ability to understand and follow instructions in English
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Ability to operate large machinery
Specialized or Motorized Equipment and/or Tools:
None.
Christensen Farms is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to select the most qualified person for each position in the organization. No employee of CF will discriminate against any applicant for employment or a fellow employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other prohibited basis under applicable local, state, or federal law.
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