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GTT, LLC

Feed Mill Operator

Brandon, SD

$20 - $21/hr

Feed Mill Operator Location: Brandon, SD Onsite Flexibility: Onsite Job Details * Position Type: Direct Placement * Pay / Salary: $20.00 $21.00 / Hour (USD) * Work Authorization: Applicants must be ...

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Feed Mill Manager

Orange City, IA

$75K/yr

Mill in northwest Iowa is looking for a reliable, dependable and experienced feed mill manager to join their growing team! This individual should have a solid background in feed, be knowledgeable in ...

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Pipestone (Emp Serv LLC)

Feed Mill Operator/Driver

SD · On-site

Feed Mill Operator / Feed Mill Driver (Full-Time) White, SD (Brookings Area) PIPESTONE is looking for a dependable, safety-minded Feed Mill Operator/Driver to join our team! If you enjoy hands-on ...

Perdue Farms

Feed Mill Clerk

Eagle Springs, NC

As a Feed Mill Clerk, you will provide essential clerical, secretarial, and administrative support to the Feed Mill Manager and leadership team, helping coordinate daily activities and maintain ...

Standish Farm Supply

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Feed Mill Laborer

Bedford, IN · On-site

$34K - $48K/yr

Company Description Standish Farm Supply is a Family Owned Feed Mill. We make custom batch feed mixes for livestock as well as sell bagged feed, and fencing supplies.

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Daybreak Foods

Feed Mill Tech

Graettinger, IA · On-site

Apply knowledge of SQF and Safe Food/Safe Feed practices during all mill activities * Receiving and maintenance of ingredient inventories * Preventative maintenance and repair of mill and related ...

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Feed Mill Supervisor

Watertown, SD

$65K/yr

Well kept mill in eastern South Dakota is looking for a reliable, dependable and experienced feed mill candidate to join their growing team! Some experience in feed or at least grain operations is ...

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Pacifica Continental

Feed Mill Supervisor

Live Oak, FL · On-site

Oversee all activities and maintenance of a feed mill facility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Monitor feed sampling. • Monitor preventive maintenance activities to ensure equipment and ...

Gold Star

Feed Mill Maintenance

Twin Falls, ID · On-site

Feed Mill Maintenance requires a strong mechanical and electrical background to support maintenance in an industrial work environment. Candidate must have experience with installation, demolition ...

JBS USA

LIVE PORK FEED MILL SUPERVISOR

Holly, CO · On-site

JBS is seeking a salaried Feed Mill Supervisor to join our team! Position starts at $59,000+bonus, DOE, per year. Nature of Position: Based at our Brandon, CO Feed mill, this position will be ...

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How much do feed mill jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for feed mill in the United States is $19.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Feed Mill vs Feed Technician?

AspectFeed MillFeed Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require technical trainingHigh school diploma; technical or vocational training preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant, machinery operation, quality controlEquipment maintenance, troubleshooting, on-site repairs
Industry UsageUsed broadly in feed production facilitiesCommonly employed within feed mills for equipment and process support

Feed Mill and Feed Technician roles share similar credentials and work environments, with the main difference being that Feed Mill positions focus on overall production and management, while Feed Technicians specialize in equipment maintenance and technical support within the feed manufacturing process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Feed Mill Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Feed Mill Operator, you need knowledge of feed production processes, basic mechanical aptitude, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with feed mixing equipment, computer-controlled batching systems, and safety protocols is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for ensuring quality and efficient workflow. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining feed quality, operational safety, and smooth production in a feed mill environment.

What is a feed mill?

A feed mill is a facility where raw agricultural ingredients are processed and mixed to create feed for livestock, poultry, or aquaculture. These facilities use machinery to grind, mix, and sometimes pelletize grains, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients to make balanced animal diets. Feed mills play a crucial role in the agriculture industry by ensuring animals receive the nutrients they need for healthy growth and production. Workers in feed mills may operate equipment, monitor quality, and handle raw materials and finished products.

What are some typical challenges faced by employees working in a feed mill, and how can they be addressed?

Working in a feed mill often involves managing large-scale machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining strict safety standards. Common challenges include troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, handling raw materials safely, and meeting production deadlines while minimizing waste. Employees can address these challenges by following established safety protocols, participating in ongoing training, and collaborating closely with maintenance and quality control teams. Developing strong communication skills and attention to detail is also crucial to maintaining operational efficiency and safety.
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Infographic showing various Feed Mill job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,328 per year, or $19.9 per hour.
Feed Mill Operator

Feed Mill Operator

FARMERS CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY

Boyden, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

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Job description

Overall Job Function:

The feed mill operator works with the feed department team to manufacture quality feeds for livestock; all while striving to meet the demands of the customer

Essential Job Functions:

  • Receive and verify quality of ingredients.
  • Weigh out drugs and by-hand additions.
  • Batch feed in feed mill manager.
  • Help load complete feed on trucks.
  • Operate pellet mills where applicable and necessary.
  • Operate roller mills where applicable and necessary.
  • Bag feed where applicable and necessary.
  • Document details of processes.
  • Assist with maintenance of feed mill equipment.
  • Assist with housekeeping in feed mill.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Secondary Responsibilities:

  • Understand DOT placarding and DOT hazardous rules.
  • Ability to operate and understand mobile equipment.
  • Possess mechanical skills to perform minor maintenance tasks on equipment and property.
  • Ability to handle stressful situations professionally.

Competencies:

  • High level of customer service focus and supports a professional image of the company.
  • Observes safety policy and procedure as an absolute.
  • Attitude of positivity and reacts calmly under pressure.
  • Work ethic of the highest integrity.
  • Commitment to dependability and willingness to work to meet goals and deadlines.
  • Effectively solve problems of grain department.
  • Comfort in adding, subtracting, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent level of education.
  • Prefer previous manufacturing or mixing experience.

Work Requirements:

This position is based in a fast paced agricultural setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employees is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally may be loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized according to safety standards. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and including weekends and holidays during peak season.

While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and able to climb ladders. The physicality of this job is high.

Benefits:

  • 401k Company matches 50% up to 5%
  • PTO Accrual after 30 days of employment
  • Company bonus incentive
  • Excellent health insurance plans
  • Dental & Vision available
  • Short & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
  • Life Insurance
  • Identity Theft Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Clothing Allowance
  • 10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center
  • Shift Differential
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.