Mill Operator

This position is responsible for operating the A and/or C Mill.  This includes the operation of oat cleaning, dehulling, grading, delivery, and blending systems in addition to the groat kiln conditioner, finishing system, cutting system and transport systems.  You will work in a team environment and communicate with operators in all mills, receiving and office personnel.  

Responsibilities and regular duties include:

• Operation of oat cleaning systems, oat dehulling and grading systems.
• Operation of oat delivery systems from storage silos, and blending on an intermittent basis. 
• Operation of the kiln conditioner, finishing systems, cutting systems, and product transport systems.
• Communicate with all mills, receiving and office personnel regarding production, transfers, product received, and silo inventory.
• Monitor production and key quality and yield check points.
• Operate all equipment for peak performances in yield and quality. 
• Know and follow all safety, quality and GMP's policy and procedures.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance tasks on systems as assigned
• Perform operational cleaning tasks on a regular scheduled basis with documentation.
• Stop the production process when safety and food quality is in question.

Qualification include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Leadership and communication skills necessary to assist in decision making and communicating production expectations to co-workers.
• The ability to facilitate planning and coordination of production runs.
• Ability to operate computer systems.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills required.

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