Feed Mill Worker (Swingman)

Hourly rate starting at: $ 26.67 per hour + Salary increases provided in the collective agreement and premium

Status: Permanent, Full-Time

Work schedules are: 8am to 4pm (day shift) 4pm to 12am (evening shift) or 12am to 8am (night shift)

**Candidates must be adaptable to flexible work hours including evening and night shifts

Job location: 47 Minas Warehouse Road, New Minas, NS

CHALLENGES WE OFFER

Working at our New Minas Feed Mill, this position could involve various tasks including:

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Learn proper operating techniques for all production and storage operations and related instructions and follow HACCP protocol;

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Mix and/or weigh product;

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Operate bulk receiving, grain processing, mixing and pelletizing equipment;

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Operate farm tractors, skid loader, forklifts and other machinery in a safe and responsible manner;

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Maintain accurate records when filling hammers, mixers, pelletizers, bench, warehouse and other activities that require records;

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Work and operate equipment safely and efficiently;

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Keep designated operating areas clean;

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Perform any other duties assigned to the operation;

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Load and unload feed trucks as required on site;

YOUR ADVANTAGES

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Permanent, full time position;

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Starting at $ 26.67 per hour;

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Evening and night shifts premium.

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Salary increases provided in the collective agreement;

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All PPE equipment provided;

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Safety Boot Allowance yearly;

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Benefit plan and pension plan provided.

YOU FIT THE FOLLOWING PROFILE

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Be physically able to repeatedly lift 25 kgs;

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Preferably have forklift experience;

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Have basic computer skills;

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Have general knowledge of safe work practices and safe lifting methods;

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Be comfortable working with heights (ladders with safety railings);

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Be able to work in a dusty environment;

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Be able to work the same shift for extended periods of time and change shifts on short notice;

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Be available to work overtime, sometimes on short notice;

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Enjoy teamwork.