Mill Operator

Job Title: Mill Operator	Department: Production
Company: Associated Feed & Supply	Full/Part-Time: Full-time
Location: Turlock, CA	FLSA Status: Non-exempt (hourly)
Shift: 3 rd (Night)	Rate of Pay: $22.00 to $25.50 per hour.

SUMMARY
To perform semi-skilled labor with regard to all aspects of mill maintenance and operations ensuring optimization of production to manufacture feed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Utilize computer programmed batching system to receive and manufacture feed
• Assist in the completion of minor maintenance work in order to maintain production until a permanent fix can be put into place by maintenance personnel
• Maintain required documentation associated with all departments
• Inspect and unplug chutes; inspect rolls for proper gap and lubrication; driers for proper set up and performance
• After appropriate training, operate all process equipment including powered industrial vehicles
• Perform mill operation duties relating to the conveyance, conditioning, rolling/grinding, pelleting, mixing, and loadout of materials
• Assist in start-up and shut down of operations
• Assist in the troubleshooting of processes and equipment operation and provide in-put for corrective actions
• Perform general housekeeping of production area to meet OSHA standards, as well as a clean and safe working environment
• Climb ladders up to 100 feet to perform maintenance and inventory duties
• Perform quality test such as moisture samples, particle size sieve testing and PDIs

• Hand Add Operators are responsible for the addition of every bagged ingredient. This includes medicated ingredients. Drug weights must be taken at the end of each order that calls for drugs and noted down so they me be reported on the daily drug log.
• Adding up how many bags are needed for multiple ingredients for multiple orders at once
• Weigh and measure ingredients to ensure conformance to requirements.
  • Each added ingredient must be in tolerance (+/- 3%)
• Follow and execute preventive contamination programs.
  • Medicated scoops are ONLY used with respective medicated ingredient

Bags that are not currently being used must be rolled down, clamped, and labeled.

• General Cleaning
  • Always work to maintain a clean work area
  • Hoppers are cleaned off between runs
  • Tubs must be filled for the next shift
  • All trash is routinely thrown away
  • Area is swept up and free of foreign materials
• Excellent organizing skills including retrieving stock.
  • Maintain an organized workspace while retrieving ingredients for upcoming orders to prevent incorrect ingredients being thrown
  • Hand Add Operators are responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy
  • This includes ensuring correct weight is thrown
  • All ingredients are put back in their correct location when done being used.

• Batch selecting and batch splitting procedures must be followed to ensure accuracy and inventory control.
• Daily Cleaning Log responsibilities must be completed before the end of shift.
• Flushing and sequencing practices must always be followed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:

• Methods and techniques for safe work practices
• Forklift operation and heavy machinery experience desired
• Basic recordkeeping practices

Ability to:

• Work in confined spaces and at high elevations
• Perform daily safety inspections and identify safety hazards
• Work flexibly and varying work schedules including on-call, overtime as needed
• Perform basic mathematical problems (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and customers
• Follow written and verbal instructions; problem solve
• Communicate effectively in English (verbal/written)
• Complete written work orders legibly and keep records to coordinate feed schedules
• Contribute to a positive work environment
• Demonstrate good organization skills

Minimum Job Requirements, Experience and Training Guidelines:

High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent work experience

• One (1) to two (2) years’ work experience in a warehouse/industrial/production environment
• Ability to lift/carry up to 75 pounds up to 100 feet (e.g., sack feed bag)
• Previous feed/agricultural experience desired
• Basic computer skills
• Work varying shifts including weekends, holidays, overtime and on-call

SPECIAL DEMANDS
Physical and mental requirements

• Frequent standing for long period of time
• Frequent bending, squatting and kneeling
• Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 75 pounds up to 100 feet
• Frequent grasping, holding and reaching
• Constant use of overall vision
• Frequent hearing and talking in person; may be required to wear ear protection or hear in noisy conditions
• Frequent co-worker contact; occasionally working alone
• Frequent exposure to loud noise

Working conditions

• Work may be performed inside or outside in hot and cool temperatures and a noisy environment.
• May be exposure to loud noises and steam exhaust, and dusty, muddy and slick environment
• Adhere to all PPE Guidelines as established by OSHA and the company

Note: Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discriminatory employment practices abiding by the regulations as outlined by the EEOC. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.