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Feed Mill Operator

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Before you apply
LocationGettysburg, SD, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 7, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
1+ years of experience in operations, production, manufacturing and/ or agriculture environments
Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
High School diploma or GED preferred
Agriculture experience preferred
Forklift certification preferred
Must meet minimum age requirement
Pre-employment screening may include drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse
Skills
grinders
mixers
batching/pelleting systems
conveyors
tractors
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness programs
Life insurance
Health and dependent care spending accounts
Paid time off
401(k)
Pension
Profit sharing
Short term disability
Long term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
About the company
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
Looking for a hands-on role that offers variety throughout the year? If so, CHS has an exciting opportunity as an Feed Mill Specialist at our Gettysburg, SD location. This position is a dual-function role supporting both Agronomy and Animal Nutrition operations. Approximately six months of the year will be spent working in Agronomy, focusing on fertilizer handling, chemical warehouse operations, and equipment use, while the other six months will be dedicated to Animal Nutrition, supporting feed production, packaging, warehousing, and loading activities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys physical work, diverse responsibilities, and being part of two essential areas of the business.
Responsibilities
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Under general supervision, operate feed mill equipment (grinders, mixers, batching/ pelleting systems) of a processing facility. Responsible for product quality, meeting safety requirements, and throughput in the assigned area.
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Conduct continuous inspections, monitor equipment, record operating parameters of key process points and make necessary machinery and equipment adjustments to ensure specifications and production targets are met.
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Comply with and implement all regulations and requirements including completion of necessary record keeping.
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Perform routine equipment maintenance (greasing, inspections, minor troubleshooting) and report mechanical issues
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Responsible for housekeeping, sanitation schedule, and general appearance of the assigned work area.
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Receive, handle, and move feed ingredients, load and unload trucks
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Prepare and manage loadout, including opening hatches, attaching hoses, sampling, and ensuring accurate product delivery
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Successfully complete initial, ongoing and supplemental training.
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Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
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Work together with co-workers in a professional manner to support overall plant operations, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
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Perform other duties as needed or assigned to support operations.
Minimum Qualifications (required)
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Must meet minimum age requirement
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1+ years of experience in operations, production, manufacturing and/ or agriculture environments.
Additional Qualifications
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Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
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Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
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High School diploma or GED preferred
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Agriculture experience preferred
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Forklift certification preferred
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Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to work independently for extended periods of time, as well as in confined spaces and in hazardous environments.
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Ability to spend long periods of time being on your feet including walking, standing and climbing steps and ladders, and work at heights up to 120 ft.
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Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
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Ability to wear all required protective equipment which may include respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection.
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Ability to use both automated and manual tools and equipment.
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Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs frequently
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Ability to work in noisy, dusty, and all weather conditions
Benefits
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
Legal
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to [email protected]; to verify that the communication is from CHS.