Batch Operator

JOB TITLE:

Batch Operator

REPORTS TO:

Feed Manager andor Assistant Feed Manager

FLSA STATUS:
Hourly Exempt

FUNCTION:
Produces finished feed by operating a mill batching system

• Batches various feed rations by operating batching system daily
• Reports system malfunctions to appropriate supervisor or mill maintenance
• Maintains daily batching records through data recording collection and entry
• Loads specified ration onto feed trucks
• Communicates with feed truck drivers regarding quantitytype of ration needed
• Monitors available supplies of feed ingredients and mill operational status
• Records specified mill operations including startstop time bin changes usage of ingredients etc
• Maintains orderly work area by disposing of trash putting away any supplies and sweeping other labor jobs as assigned
• Complies with all applicable safety rules and policies

• Knowledge of Word Processing software
• Spreadsheet software and Database software
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to add subtract multiply and divide into all units of measure using whole numbers; ability to compute rate, ration and percent
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral, diagram or schedule form

COMPETENCY:

Expected to coordinate conserve organizational resources demonstrates knowledge of Company policy adapt to changes in the work environment exhibit sound and accurate judgment observe safety and security procedures and report potentially unsafe conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Depending on where the job is located in the yard the employee may be exposed to airborne particles and noise

• Must wear hardhat; eye ear and respiratory protection daily if located in PPE required area
• Bending twisting reaching grasping sitting walking climbing general office activities including keyboard monitor and calculator