Job Details

Job Title:  Feed Mill Worker

Employer: Sollio Agriculture

Location: 349 Willow St, Truro, NS

Salary: From $20.46 per hour

Schedule: Night shift

Employment type: Permanent employment, Full-time

Start date: Starts as soon as possible 

Verified: Yes

About Us

At Sollio Agriculture, we provide various support to farmers all across Canada to help increase their performance. However, remember that there are only 24 hours in a day and 365 days in a year. We strive to bring together passionate individuals who are devoted to helping each other and moving forward together. Such individuals (men and women) are not afraid to work hard and get their hands dirty, daily.

Furthermore, they believe that agriculture is all about family, community, and food. With our pan-Canadian presence, it implies that we are there for them, on-site, when, and where they need us. In addition, our partners’ facilities and ours now have more than 300 locations in nine provinces. Based on this, we hope to support our farmers and the local areas where they operate.

Without too much introduction, we are close by, as well as everywhere they need us to be. Our advisors are their advisors, these are people who have always been by their sides and know every acre of their local area.

Your Advantages 

• You will have an opportunity for a permanent, full-time job position.
• As well as earning a starting salary of $20.46 per hour.
• There are premium evening and night shifts.
• In addition, salary increments are provided in the collective agreement.
• All PPE equipment is provided.
• You will obtain a safety boot allowance every year.
• Benefit and pension plans are also provided.

Challenges We Offer

You will perform various tasks when you start working at our Truro Feed Mill, such as:

• Running of various equipment.
• You will also be responsible for mixing and/or weighing products.
• As well as the loading and unloading of shipments regularly, with the capability of repetitive heavy lifting, and use of any necessary equipment. These include lift trucks, forklifts, and lots more.
• You will work as a team to ensure that our company’s Safety and Quality are adhered to in the highest regard as per companies SOP / Practices.

Applicants Profile

The successful applicant must be a strong team player and must possess the following:

• Be physically fit enough to perform a repeated lift of 25 kg.
• Necessary computer skills.
• Be fully committed to safety.
• Great attention to detail in all areas of work.
• General knowledge of safe work practices, as well as safe lifting methods.
• Ability to comfortably work with heights (ladders with safety railings).
• Ability to work in a dusty environment.

We implore you to join our organization with a bright future that provides interesting challenges, a stimulating work environment, and a competitive compensation package. 

How To Apply

Send your application to: https://sollioagriculture.jobs.net/

What Is A Feed Mill Operator?

A feed mill operator is in charge of receiving, conveying, and mixing ingredients to create feed as orders are made. As a mill operator, you will also keep track of inventory to ensure the smooth production of feed which involves sourcing raw materials.

What Responsibilities Do Feed Mill Operators Have?

Aside from all the listed responsibilities above, feed mill operators will also need to perform the following tasks. 

• They must prioritize making feed based on needs.
• As well as inspecting received ingredients for quality control measures.
• They will also need to monitor product quality and production schedules.
• In addition, they will carry out routine maintenance and repairs on mill equipment.
• Also, take care of the cleaning by OSHA standards.
• Operating the mill to blend ingredients as needed.
• They will monitor storage conditions to prevent raw materials or feed from spoiling or insect infestations.

How To Become A Feed Mill Operator 

To become a feed mill operator, you will need to have a high school diploma along with the ability to read blueprints and drawings. Furthermore, the job can be quite physical like moving heavy containers up to 50 lbs and standing for long hours. Meanwhile, it’s not new for a bachelor’s degree in feed/grain science to also be a requirement.

Work Opportunities 

To secure a feed mill operator position, you can get a spot in animal feed processing plants and large commercial feed mills. Also, you can get job openings in other businesses that require large amounts of feed like zoos or livestock farms. Generally, there are various ways for a feed mill operator to advance their career in managing production.

A Feed Mill Operator Daily Task

As a feed mill operator, you will be responsible for the production of high-quality animal feed that meets the nutritional needs of livestock. This Job plays an important role in the animal agriculture industry by ensuring that livestock is healthy and well-fed. As well as taking care of the farm for efficient operations. Here is what a typical day in the life of a feed mill operator might look like.

Early Morning

Generally, a feed mill operator’s day often begins early in the morning. They may begin their job by checking the inventory of raw materials, like grains and supplements. As well as ensuring that they are properly stored and organized.

Furthermore, the feed mill operator may inspect the equipment often used in the mill to be sure it’s clean and well-maintained. They may perform routine maintenance tasks, which include lubricating moving parts and replacing worn-out components.

Mid-Morning

As the day progresses, the feed mill operator will need to move on to other tasks, like grinding and mixing feed ingredients. This may involve using specialized equipment to grind grains and supplements into a consistent texture. As well as mixing them in precise ratios to create a nutritionally balanced feed.

In addition, the operator may also be responsible for quality control and ensuring the feed meets the nutritional standards required for different types of livestock. They may perform tests to ensure that the feed meets the correct protein, fat, and fiber levels, and make adjustments as needed.

Afternoon

In the afternoon, feed mill operators may continue with their tasks from the morning or just start moving on to new ones. They are in charge of packaging and labeling feed bags to ensure that they are properly labeled with the correct nutritional information and batch number. Additionally, they will need to manage the inventory of finished feed, making sure there’s sufficient stock to meet customer demand.

Evening

As the day comes to an end, the feed mill operator will need to finish up any tasks that must be completed. These may include cleaning and maintaining equipment or reviewing production records. Also, they can use this time to research new technologies and stay updated with the latest trends in feed production.

As a feed mill operator, you will need to show a high level of technical expertise and attention to detail. It’s also very important in the animal industry, helping to ensure that livestock is healthy and the farms operate efficiently. These operators work closely with farmers, veterinarians, and other professionals. As such, they ensure the long-term success of the animal agriculture industry and contribute to the overall well-being of the community.

Key Steps To Become A Feed Mill Operator

Explore Education Requirements

If you wish to become a feed mill operator, you must consider how much education you will need. Based on real feed mill operator resumes, 27.6% of feed mill operators have a bachelor’s degree. However, regarding higher education levels, 2.5% of feed mill operators have master’s degrees. Even though some feed mill operators have a college degree, it’s possible to become one with only a high school degree or GED.

Develop Specific Feed Mill Operator Skills

As a feed mill operator, you must maintain records, operate forklifts, and other equipment, as well as unload and loading trucks. You will also make use of computer programs to ensure that there’s accuracy of feed sent to the animals. In addition, you must maintain equipment, repair various components, and attend training to stay updated with quality and environmental systems. You’ll also clean machinery, and trucks, and complete monthly inventory of products.

Research Feed Mill Operator Duties And Responsibilities

As a feed mill operator, you will need to maintain records, load, and unload trucks, and operate forklifts. Furthermore, you will also unload bulk ingredients, maintain equipment, and repair machinery. This is to ensure the accuracy of feed sent to animals and maintain awareness of quality and environmental management systems. 

Also, you will operate equipment in the sawmill and veneer mill, clean mixers and other machinery, and complete monthly inventory of products.

• Experience following procedures and managing GMP documentation.
• Operate tube mill, and Mig and Tig welding.
• Check and start equipment such as agitators, pumps, and filters.
• Coordinate with material engineers and chemists to troubleshoot areas of improvement.