What are the responsibilities and job description for the Feed Maintenance position at AgState?
AgState is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for our feed department! Do you love working with your hands and being outside? Are you a hard worker with a desire to learn and grow in your career? Join our team today!
We are seeking a motivated individual who will be responsible, under the direction of the Location Leader, for feed maintenance in Ellsworth. This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in working with agriculture and providing exceptional customer service to our producers. We take pride in our team-oriented atmosphere, unwavering commitment to safety, and the opportunities we provide for career growth.
AgState offers a generous benefits package, including: 401 K Match, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Salary Continuation, Long Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance, Career Growth & Development, Employee Assistance Programs, Education Assistance, Paid Holidays, Clothing Allowance, & generous Paid Time-Off Accrual.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
- Comply with all company safety policies.
- Must be able to enter confined spaces.
- Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at various heights throughout facility.
- Provides above average customer service.
- Operate control room/scale in feed mill setting providing sound technical ability.
- Receive feed ingredients and transfer to appropriate bins.
- Documentation of maintenance according to OSHA Standards.
- Assist with the performance of daily maintenance checks on all running equipment.
- Fill feed orders on a daily basis, ensuring quality and satisfactory for customer base.
- Comply with all company housekeeping standards.
- Able to perform outside maintenance and operations.
- Perform daily maintenance checks on all running equipment.
- Make minor improvements on equipment and facilities, as needed.
- Must be a team player.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Work in a safe & efficient manner according to AgState’s safety policies.
- Job requires standing for most of the shift.
- Stooping, bending, climbing exposure to heights, exposure to heat and cold may also be involved.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. from the floor to minimum height of 36”.
- Work overtime as required.
- Ability to work in a dust-filled environment.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- Class A CDL preferred.
- Boiler Certificate Preferred
EDUCATION: Agricultural and Electrical Experience Preferred
AgState offers a generous benefits package including 401K Match or Defined Benefit (Pension) Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Salary Continuation, Long Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance, Career Growth and Development Opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Education Assistance, Employee discounts and local discounts, Paid Holidays, Clothing Allowance, and a generous Paid Time off Accrual.
Equal Opportunity Employer - we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage employees at AgState to bring authenticity to work every day.
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To submit your application or to view our other openings within the company visit us online at www.AgState.org. Contact Human Resources for an Internal Application.