Pellet/Feed Mill Driver

Job Description

Pellet/ Feed Mill Driver- CDL-A

Pay range: $24 - $30/ hour

We are looking for a full-time Pellet/ Feed Mill Driver to join our team. The primary responsibility of the Pellet/ Feed Mill Driver is loading and delivery of compost and fertilizer, as well as loading and delivery of feed. The secondary responsibility is to keep equipment in top condition through cleaning and preventative maintenance. This position will also assist in bagging duties as needed, and may be required to drive for other areas of the farms.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pickup and delivery of manure, compost and fertilizer.

Warehouse operations: must be able to move and stack pallets of finished product and place pallets on/take off pallet racking with care.

Maintain proper paperwork (logs, shipping documents, etc.).

Can be counted on to meet or exceed standards in the tasks performed for the department without sacrificing quality or personal safety, and encourages department to do the same.

Maintains a clean and organized work area to avoid accidents.

Work effectively with other departments.

Assist in bagging as required.

Maintains clean breakroom.

Look for observed hazards or opportunities for improvement and communicate with management.

Performs other duties as requested.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

This individual is expected to have a general knowledge of agricultural equipment operation or a strong aptitude for operating equipment.

Must be skilled in the operation of a fork lift, skid steer and loader.

Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.

Able and willing to be flexible and work in a changing environment.

Has strong organizational skills.

Must have a high degree of initiative.

Able to perform job duties independently

MUST HAVE A VALID CDL-A LICENSE

Must be able to haul 100,000 pounds

Must be able to drive an 18 & !3 speed manual transmission

This position is mobile in nature requiring moderate to high energy levels and occasional physical exertion. There is exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, temperature changes, agricultural noise, dust, odors, and hazards usually accompanied by visits to agricultural facilities

The constant physical demands of the position are standing and walking

The constant physical demands of the position are carrying, pushing, pulling and lifting

The constant physical demands of the position are talking and hearing

Sitting in a truck and driving long distances.

Lift or move up to 100 pounds

COMPANY INFO:

Kreher Family Farms is your local egg producer. We are a 3rd and 4th generation, family owned and operated business. With a deep-rooted history in family values since 1924, our farm continues to grow. Our farm operations have expanded to include compost and fertilizer and crop productions for our hens and customers. We are not your Grandfather's farm and we will never stop growing!

Our people are part of our farm family. Whether working in poultry care, egg processing, crop and field operations, greenhouses, distribution, compost and fertilizer, feed mill, maintenance, or our office, our people are truly our most valued resource. It is their dedication and respect for one another that allows us to continue to confidently grow as a business.

We believe strongly in creating an environment in which people are able to continue to learn and grow professionally.

BENEFITS:

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as other supplemental insurances

80 hours of paid time off (PTO) per year

401k plan with company contribution (eligible after 1 year of employment)

Referral program (earn up to $1,000 for referrals)

3 dozen FREE farm fresh eggs each week

Full-time