Job Duties & Accountabilities

Typical Duties of the Feed Mill Technician

Housekeeping and Maintenance :

General Housekeeping duties to ensure the mill is kept in a clean, dust free manner including the grounds surrounding the mill.

Daily, weekly, and monthly routine preventative maintenance tasks including greasing bearings, checking gear boxes, inspection / tightening of belts, etc.

Assist in repair and maintenance projects with the maintenance staff.

Feed Manufacturing :

Assist the Feed Mill Operator as required to maximize the efficiency of the mill. These duties could include :

• Filling micro ingredient boxes.
• Ingredient bin clean out.
• Addressing ingredient flow issues.
• Bagging of complete feeds.
• Receive training from the Mill Operator on the operation of the manufacturing equipment.
• Loading of complete feeds onto trucks.

Ensure that company safety practices are adhered to.

Inventory Control :

Receiving of ingredients into the mill - both bulk and bagged.

• Proper grading of ingredients received.
• Assist in grain and ingredient bin clean out.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma is required.

Experience

1-3 years in agriculture or related field is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of :

General maintenance techniques.

General understanding of mechanical equipment.

Skill in :

Following oral and written communications.

• Time management.
• Organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Customer service.

3) Ability to :

• Follow verbal / written instructions.
• Work both independently and in a team environment to accomplish goals.

Physical DemandsActivity

Percent of time

Under 20% 20% to 40% 41% to 70% Over 70%

Visual Activity (Seeing )

Hearing *

Speaking *

Climbing

Heavy Lifting

Manual Dexterity

Pushing / Pulling

Standing

Walking

• Includes on telephone

Last updated : 2024-05-29