Manure Tech II. Graettinger LilyLifestyle

Manure Tech II

Summary Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, complete minor to major equipment repairs and assist in composting manure from Production buildings. Individual will be responsible for all manure drying, conveying, and storage on the complex. Key responsibilities include requesting safety supplies, material, parts, etc. to designated department procurement stakeholder, preparing for DNR or customer audit at all times with proper procedures and documents for all activities, entering data into DBF spreadsheets, ensuring the security of chickens and the premises by keeping all facility doors locked to protect birds from predators, external climate and unauthorized personnel, properly disposing of mortality by means of incineration, performing the completion and documentation of all preventative maintenance, special projects and daily maintenance needs in a timely fashion, performing manure removal functions, performing preventive maintenance for compost buildings, safely operating required equipment and tools including skid loader and other equipment on an as needed basis and conduct proper maintenance, understanding daily compost activities and procedures, maintaining proper loading, compost turning times, and schedules, managing manure stacking to maximize space, overseeing cleaning/housekeeping of manure sheds, performing weekly compost inventories, comprehending and executing the manure management program, obtaining licensing for job specific duties, performing pre-operation inspection on all vehicles and equipment (complete documentation as required), and performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience High School diploma, GED, or equivalency preferred 1 year experience in production agricultural environment is preferred Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Must be self-directed Must be organized Ability to track and document all activities with correct forms and paperwork Skilled in trouble shooting failed equipment Skilled in operating tractors, skid loaders, and other basic farm equipment Ability to communicate so that others will understand both verbally and in writing Working knowledge of agricultural operations preferred Ability to interact with individuals from diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds Record of good attendance with a flexible schedule Basic reading, writing, and math skills Positive attitude and ability to work with a team Physical Demands Stand and walk constantly;

grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Work Environment Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Temperature varies in relation to the outside temperature. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment will be required during certain working conditions.

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