Mill Operator II (Swing)
Job Title: Mill Operator II
Department: Manufacturing/Production
Reports to: Manager
Company: Associated Feed & Supply Co.
Location: Turlock Commodities
Employment Category: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $17.50 - $23.71
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 duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:
- Assist Mill Operator I
- Assist in the completion of minor maintenance work to maintain production until a permanent fix can be put into place by maintenance personnel.
- Maintain required documentation associated with Roll-Mill
- Inspect and unplug chutes; inspect rolls for proper gap and lubrication.
- After appropriate training, operate all process equipment including powered industrial vehicles.
- Perform mill operation duties relating to the conveyance, rolling 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 160 feet to perform maintenance and inventory duties
- Perform quality test such as moisture samples, particle size sieve testing and PDIs
- Operate locomotive when we receive unit train of whole corn.
- Fill in for Loadout #1 and #2 loading trucks with product
- Additional duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of:
- Methods and techniques for safe work practices
- Forklift operation and heavy machinery experience desired
- Basic recordkeeping practices
Ability to:
- Perform basic computer operations using Windows, Word, Excel
- 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, holidays, weekends
- 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
- Valid California driver’s license and insurable driving record preferred
Attendance | Attendance is essential in demonstrating dependability. A reliable team member is on time for all scheduled shifts and is present as scheduled. Any team member with two or more active steps of discipline for attendance does not meet expectations of position. |
Performance | Demonstrates the skills and abilities to perform his or her job. Any team member with two or more active steps of discipline for any combination of disciplinary actions does not meet expectations of position. |
Safety | Good judgement is demonstrated at all times to maintain a safe work environment. Any team member with two or more active steps of discipline for safety related incidents does not meet expectations of position. |
Training | Current training is an indication of job preparedness from a safety, job skills, and safety perspective. An employee that has completed all training expectations throughout the year as it pertains to his or her job requirements demonstrates that he or she meets the expectations of his or her position. A person that has past due trainings does not meet the expectations of his or her position. |
PHYSICAL & 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; occasional 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
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.