Feed Mill positions

Bulk Receiver Operator

Inspect trucks for cleanliness and obtain required information from truck drivers prior to unloading of trucks to prevent biosecurity risks and ensure conformance of product

• Inspect and take a sample from every incoming truck load of product to ensure quality meets or exceeds the minimum company standard
• Check all transportation vehicles for contaminants prior to unloading.
• Ensure that incoming loads of corn and wheat, in addition to being weighed, have the required testing completed before unloading
• Monitor ingredient inventory levels in the inside silos, and transfer ingredients as required
• Help with the unloading bulk ingredients coming in from railcars
• When required, use a loader or forklift to transfer product in totes from the mill warehouse over to the receiving pit

• Report any receiving or loading equipment malfunctions, leaks or required repairs, working with the Maintenance Supervisor to schedule and manage equipment downtime
• Operate all machinery and equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• General Housekeeping as required
• Other tasks as assigned

Control Room Operator

• To accurately prepare mixes required for pellet production and bagging ensuring minimal suspension of operations. 
• Prepare all “hand-add” ingredients.
• Perform medication reconciliations after each shift to ensure accurate usage.
• Ensure feed is produced following the CFIA sequencing guide to avoid contamination.
• Perform system flush after medicated feed production.
• Monitor and record inventory, daily.
• Work with customers and suppliers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Comply with Feed Assure Program and company Health and Safety Procedures
• Assist the Mill Supervisor with other duties as can be reasonably required

• Work additional hours to meet business demands.
• General Housekeeping as required
• Other tasks as assigned

Health and Safety

• Operate only equipment and machinery for which training has been received, in a safe and effective manner.
• Report any equipment malfunctions immediately to the Supervisor, having secured the equipment.
• Wear personal protective equipment as approved.
• Comply with and add to the improvement of all Company Health and Safety Policies.
• Must have a strong sense of the need for safe and healthy work environment.

Required Education and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• Valid Class G license with a clean driver’s abstract
• Forklift Operator Licence/Certification considered an asset
• Class AZ License would be an asset

• Bilingual in French and English is required

Skills and Abilities

• Must be physically able to move and handle loads individually
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25kg (55lbs) on a consistent basis
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability and willingness to work in dusty, warm, as well as cold environment
• Exceptional and courteous customer service skills
• High degree of safety consciousness

• Works well under pressure
• Flexible and able to deal with change
• Interpersonal skills that foster a positive and collaborative team environment
• Excellent organization, multi-tasking and problems solving skills

• Bilingual (English/French) would be an asset