FEED MILL MANAGER jobs in Springfield, IL

Job Duties & Accountabilities

Typical Duties of the Feed Mill Technician:

1. Housekeeping and Maintenance:

• General Housekeeping duties to ensure the mill is kept in a clean, dust free manner including the grounds surrounding the mill.
• Daily, weekly, and monthly routine preventative maintenance tasks including greasing bearings, checking gear boxes, inspection/tightening of belts, etc.
• Assist in repair and maintenance projects with the maintenance staff.

2. Feed Manufacturing:

• Assist the Feed Mill Operator as required to maximize the efficiency of the mill. These duties could include:

• Receive training from the Mill Operator on the operation of the manufacturing equipment.
• Loading of complete feeds onto trucks.
• Ensure that company safety practices are adhered to.

3. Inventory Control:

• Receiving of ingredients into the mill – both bulk and bagged.
• Proper grading of ingredients received.
• Assist in grain and ingredient bin clean out.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma is required.

Experience

• 1-3 years in agriculture or related field is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of:

• General maintenance techniques.
• General understanding of mechanical equipment.

2. Skill in:

• Following oral and written communications.
• Time management.
• Organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Customer service.

3) Ability to:

• Follow verbal/written instructions.
• Work both independently and in a team environment to accomplish goals.
• Desire to learn new skills and technology systems.

Physical DemandsActivity

Percent of time

Under 20% 20% to 40% 41% to 70% Over 70%

• Includes on telephone

Experience

• 1-3 years in Agriculture

Education

• High School or better