Feed Mill Technician

Join us at Snider's Elevator Inc as a Feed Mill Technician. This is a Full-Time position, Monday through Friday 1st Shift, offering competitive pay, excellent benefits for full time, learning opportunities and a positive work environment. A Feed Mill Technician processes raw agricultural grains into finished high-quality livestock feed. This specialized labor role requires physical endurance, attention to mixing formulas, and specialized safety standards due to equipment operation. Training will be provided, so if you are dependable, eager to learn, and looking for a long-term career, we encourage you to apply today! A full-time Feed Mill Technician handles raw agricultural ingredients for processing into finished high-quality livestock feed, operates mixing machinery, packages bulk products, and cleans facilities to ensure safe and efficient feed production. Includes but not limited to: . order fulfillment . loading and unloading of products . mill equipment maintenance . forklift, and pallet jack operation The ideal candidate will ensure efficient mill operations while maintaining high product quality and a clean & safe working environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Material Handling: Unload, receive, and inspect raw agricultural grains and liquid ingredients from trucks. Perform grain and materials inventory monthly or as needed. Maintain proper grain storage. 2. Production & Mixing: Set up, operate, and monitor milling, grinding, mixing machinery. Regularly check and perform maintenance of machinery. 3. Machinery Repair: Evaluate and perform repairs.Or alert supervisor that appropriate contractor is needed to perform repairs. 4. Formula Compliance: Measure, weigh, and verify raw ingredients according to strict feed formulas and recipes. 5. Packaging & Staging: Package finished feed into bulk bags or containers, seal properly, apply accurate labels, and stack onto pallets. 6. Equipment Operation: Safely operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor systems. 7. Quality Control: Perform routine visual inspections of raw materials and finished products to detect contamination or defects. 8. Sanitation & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized work area to control grain dust accumulation and minimize safety hazards. 9. Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols, and OSHA guidelines related to heavy equipment operation and dust management. Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions 1. Stamina and Strength: Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and navigate grain silos (8-12 hours per shift). 2. Heavy Lifting: Ability to repeatedly lift, carry, and maneuver items weighing between 50 and 100 pounds manually. 3. Work Environment: Comfortable working in dusty, loud environments with varying temperatures (heat, cold, humidity). 4. Protective Gear: Willingness to follow specific safety guidelines Qualifications and Experience 1. High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred, but not required. 2. Previous experience in agricultural production, manufacturing, heavy labor, or warehousing is highly desirable. 3. Basic mathematical proficiency to calculate weights, measurements, and bag counts accurately. 4. Strong communication skills and the ability to follow detailed operational and safety instructions. 5. CDL Class B preferred, but not required. 6. Training will be provided. Previous agricultural, manufacturing or production experience preferred but not required. Benefits for Full-Time Position At Snider's Elevator we are committed to supporting our team members both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes: 1. 100% Company paid Health Insurance including Prescription Drug insurance for the Employee 2. Company Paid Health Insurance Deductible Contrib tion 3. Paid Time Off 4. Company paid Disability Insurance for the Employee 5. Vision and Dental Insurance options available on a group plan 6. Paid Holidays Why Join Snider's Elevator? At Snider's Elevator, you'll become a vital part of a dedicated team. Our mission is to produce high-quality livestock feed that directly supports local animal health, farms, and families. When you join us, you will enjoy the opportunity to build a long-term career with a locally owned company that values teamwork, safety, innovation, and professional growth. Because our manufacturing processes are dynamic, no two days are alike. You will spend your days working with modern equipment and meaningful processes that make a real difference in agriculture every day.