Feed Mill Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Heritage Cooperative is always looking for friendly, outgoing, customer-service driven employees. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are constantly thinking outside of the box for new ways to make working at Heritage Cooperative attractive to our current and prospective employees. If this sounds like you, apply today and join the team!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Serve as a positive representation of Heritage Cooperative’s Core Values

• Provide Superior Customer Service
• Highest Standards of Integrity and Trust
• Continuous Improvement
• Being a Good Partner

Add proper ingredients to mixer according to formulas

Change pellet mill dies and rolls according to manufacturer specifications

Check all bins before filling with processed feeds

Clean and inspect magnets as required

Coordinate feed mixing and pelletizing operations to run efficiently                     

Coordinate material flow and storage to proper bins

Inspect feed during the process, assuring proper quality

Lubricate equipment according to manufacturer specifications

Maintain accurate production records

Maintain and reconcile accurate drug inventory

Maintain cooler and cleaner for proper operation

Mix and process feed through the pellet mill and associated equipment

Monitor pellet mill cyclone for proper operation

Oversee production employees

Receive ingredients into the plant

Report all maintenance items to Maintenance Department

Represent company values while training incoming employees 

Set up pellet mill according to manufacturer specifications

Take production samples as needed

Take samples of incoming ingredients

Abide by all safety regulations to ensure safety of oneself, coworkers and customers

Other duties as assigned by your supervisor

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Ability to frequently stand and/or walk for extended periods of time

Ability to frequently lift and/or carry heavy objects no more than 50 pounds

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed

Willingness to work various weather elements including cold, heat, wind, rain, etc

Outstanding Organizational and Time-Management Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Respectable Mechanical Skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Driver’s License, with acceptable driving record

Forklift Certified 

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Previous Feed Experience

WHY HERITAGE?

Competitive Pay

401k match after 6 months

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Company paid Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Farm Bureau Membership

Paid Holidays, Sick, and Vacation Time

If you see yourself as a future Feed Mill Lead with Heritage Cooperative, apply TODAY at

DISCLAIMER

The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Heritage Cooperative retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice to the employee. 

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Heritage Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Heritage Cooperative complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Heritage Cooperative expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Heritage Cooperative’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination. #INDSP