Step Into Leadership in Ag Operations — Grow Your Career at the Mill!
Are you hands-on, mechanically inclined and ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a motivated Assistant Mill Manager to join our Feed Mill team in Columbus, NE. This is a great opportunity to build leadership skills, work with modern mill equipment and play a key role in producing quality feed for our customers and producers.
Position: Assistant Mill Manager
Location: Columbus, NE 68601
Pay: $20.00/hour
Shift: 1st Shift
Status: Full-Time | Benefits Eligible
What You'll Do
Under the direction of the Feed Mill Manager, you'll help oversee daily feed mill operations while being trained to step in as a backup when needed. Your responsibilities include:
Safely operate and maintain batching systems and pellet mill equipment
Produce high-quality feed while monitoring production and quality standards
Prepare, bag, load, and occasionally help route feed deliveries
Receive bulk and bagged ingredients and maintain accurate inventory
Perform and document daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance
Assist with repairs and maintenance projects alongside contractors
Maintain a clean, safe mill and surrounding grounds
Follow all company safety policies and OSHA standards
Provide professional, courteous customer service to patrons and employees
Support additional operational tasks as business needs require
What We're Looking For
Ability to read, write and speak English
Strong work ethic, dependability and customer-focused mindset
Basic math and computer skills
Valid driver's license
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally and climb ladders, stairs and bins
Comfortable working around grain, dust, machinery and changing Nebraska weather
Willingness to work longer hours when business demands require
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Preferred (but not required):
Experience in feed mills, grain handling, batching or pelleting
Farming, elevator or ag-related background
Experience operating forklifts, loaders, conveyors, tractors or similar equipment
Why Apply?
Competitive pay starting at $20/hour
Full-time stability with full benefits upon rollover
Hands-on training and leadership growth opportunities
Be part of a vital operation supporting local agriculture
Ready to Take the Next Step? Apply Today!
If you're ready to grow your career in agriculture and operations with a company that values safety, teamwork and quality, apply now and let's get to work!
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