Feed Mill Operator

Job Description

Feed Mill Operator at Nutreco

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.

Trouw Nutrition is seeking a Feed Mill Operator to be a part of feeding the future!

About The Role: Reporting to the Production Manager, the Feed Mill Operator should possess the ability and willingness to perform multiple roles within the operation of bulk receiving, mixing, pelleting, and shipping to list a few.

Responsibilities:

Operational tasks:

• Executes a variety of operational activities / processes and operates all equipment to contribute to a safe, effective and efficient production processes
• Constant quality and food safety awareness & take corrective action to prevent and fix any issues
• Responsible for meeting or exceeding production targets while maintain safety & quality standards
• Maintain efficiency to ensure production flow will meet customer requirements on a timely basis
• Signals deviations in current processes, techniques and/or systems and flags opportunities for improvement with supervisor, to continuously optimize and improve operational (work) processes, tools and systems
• Collaboration with team members along with coaching and training of new team members

Maintenance, repair & reporting:

• Periodically inspects and executes small maintenance tasks on the production equipment, signaling defects and deficiencies
• If applicable and appropriate, conducts minor repair work
• Logs data and information on production orders and activities in the appropriate logbooks and systems to have a complete administration and insight in the state and progress of production orders

Safety & Compliance:

• Works in compliance with all relevant personal and food safety standards, environmental and quality regulations and procedures, as well as operational standards
• Promotes awareness on SHEQ, signals potential hazardous and / or unsafe situations, takes appropriate action is case of imminent unsafe situations
• Ensures the work area is left clean and in a safe working condition and that there are no hazardous situations. Maintains the appearance of the production line(s), working area(s) and production site

Skills and Expertise

• Mechanically inclined
• Excellent computer skills – Gamers welcome!
• Ability & willingness to work shifts and overtime.
• Ability to lift 25 kgs regularly
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and excellent interpersonal/communication skills
• Detailed orientated, respectful, and coachable
• 2 - 3 years manufacturing experience an asset but not mandatory
• Forklift certification is preferred but not mandatory
• CLASS 5 OR HIGHER BOILER CERTIFICATE IS AN ASSET

Expectation from Role:

• Rotating 24/7 shifts (M-F) with occasional overtime
• Fast-paced environment
• Exposure to the elements, noise and dust
• Working at heights

Why you Will Love Working with Us

Global Benefits:

• Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group
• Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone

Local Benefits:

• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!
• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!
• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance
• Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement
• 15 vacation days to start (tiered)
• Annual bonus program

Next Steps:

We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production. Thank you for choosing to pursue a career with us and sharing your ambition to “Feed the Future!”

We value a seamless candidate experience and will review your application within five (5) business days.

Final candidates who are being considered for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

Our corporate values FEED your career: Passion | Inclusivity | Integrity | Trust | Curiosity. These values are engrained into our core and shape everything we do.

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