Feed Mill Operator

Country View Family Farms is currently seeking a Feed Mill Operator at our Hagerstown, Indiana Feed Mill! Starting rate is $17.50/ hour. If you are a hands on learner, detailed orientated, and self motivated; this position is for you!

Tasks 

• Maintain completion records of team member trainings
• Assure all CVFF team members meet position competencies
• Monitor and track progress of team member trainings by department
• Communicate with CVFF management on current training progress
• Facilitate development, planning and implementation of department trainings
• Develop content for training PR materials
• Communicate with CFG Alchemy Manager to upload trainings
• Facilitate development, planning and implementation of testing and evaluation processes

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties in a safe manner consistent with CVFF policies, procedures and safety training.
• Monitor ingredient and finished feed inventories, as required.
• Maintain good housekeeping consistent with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in assigned areas.
• Perform general labor duties as assigned by management.
• Ensure micro-bins are filled according to SOPs.
• Collect all required samples as defined in the Quality Assurance Manual and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform all required testing as outlined in the SOPs.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation.
• Monitor batching, pelleting, fat application, grinding and routing processes.
• Input information into computer automation system accurately.
• Operate equipment, automatically or manually, via computer automation consistent with procedures.
• Promote safe work practices through example and maintain a lost work day incident rate equal to zero.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management. Must attend scheduled safety meetings and other training meetings.

Qualification 

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) – (preferred)
• You are able to follow detailed instructions, task oriented and self-motivated.
• You are able to handle paperwork with accuracy.
• Previous forklift experience is preferred.
• Have good reading, writing, math and communication skills.
• Work well with others as a team.
• Have basic computer knowledge.
• Are able to swing a sledgehammer and carry 80 pound ingredient bags.
• Are able to work at heights and climb ladders, work in confined spaces and work in hot and cold environments.