Feed Mill Technician in Algona, Iowa at Standard Nutrition Services

The Feed Mill Technician is responsible for manufacturing feed in accordance with standard operating procedures established at the feed mill. This role will be responsible for operating the computer automation systems required to process ingredients, grind grains, mix and pellet feed, as well as operating the processing of equipment according to established standard operating procedures. In addition to feed manufacturing, the Feed Mill Technician will perform housekeeping activities, maintenance and repair of equipment, and quality checks on feed and ingredients. This role is responsible for compliance with all company policies, local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

Objectives:

• The Feed Mill Technician will be responsible for operating the computer automation systems required to receive ingredients, grind grains, mix and pellet feed
• This role will operate the processing of equipment according to established standard operating procedures.
• This role will perform housekeeping activities, maintenance and repair of equipment, and quality checks on feed and ingredients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate manufacturing equipment
• Operate the automation system
• Manufacture feed in accordance with quality assurance policies, standard operating procedures and Current Good Manufacturing Practices
• Load outbound feed trucks in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Sample ingredients and performs quality assurance tests
• Collect feed samples in accordance with sampling plan
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment
• Perform routine housekeeping
• Operate forklift and pallet jack
• Comply with all company policies
• Comply with all local, state and federal laws, and regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience:

• A minimum requirement of a high school degree or equivalent
• Knowledge of feed manufacturing equipment operation and maintenance

Working Conditions: This position generally works Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with overtime required as needed based on production and maintenance needs. Work is performed in a feed mill environment that may include exposure to dust, noise, and varying temperatures (heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions).

Physical Requirements: The Feed Mill Technician must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds on a regular basis and perform tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, crawling, reaching, and climbing ladders and/or equipment. This role may also require working on elevated platforms and, at times, in confined spaces. Frequent use of one or both hands and arms is required for activities such as grasping, pushing, and pulling. In addition, the Feed Mill Technician must be able to operate a pallet jack to move materials weighing up to 2,000 pounds.