Feed Mill Operator 1st Shift

Overview

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

• Operate the feed mill to create various chicken diets and unload bulk feed ingredients (dry and liquids) from trucks or rail using a computerized feed mill receiving control system.
• Learn all jobs within the feed mill and cover vacations and vacancies as needed.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, drivers, production, and management.
• Perform essential sampling and maintain general feed mill housekeeping.
• Operate primarily outdoors in extreme hot and cold temperatures. The role involves lifting in excess of 50 lbs. ~80% of the time, sweeping, shoveling, and climbing stairs and ladders.
• Work off platforms and catwalks at heights exceeding 100 feet on occasion; long and continuous hours in dusty environments may occur.
• Must be physically able to wear and perform essential duties while wearing a full-face respirator.

• High School education or equivalent, or relevant experience in feed milling.
• General computer knowledge with the ability to learn computerized control systems.
• Ability to multi-task.
• General mechanical knowledge with the ability to learn feed mill flows and conveying systems.
• Ability to operate a forklift and skid steer loader.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be physically able to wear and perform essential duties while wearing a full-face respirator.

• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday with occasional weekends. Shifts are 8+ hours.
• Benefits:
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays, or any other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k):
  Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Career Development:
  Opportunities for professional growth through continuous learning and development programs.