General Worker (Mill)

Company: Super Feeds Mill Inc.

To provide hands-on operational, warehouse, and facility support to ensure the safe, efficient, and consistent manufacture of high-quality animal feed products. The General Worker performs production, warehouse, and groundskeeping duties as needed to maintain smooth operations.

Production Support

• Assist in the feed manufacturing process, including material loading, bagging, stacking, labeling, and palletizing.
• Support start-up, shutdown, and cleaning activities under supervision of the Production Operator.
• Follow production schedules, work orders, and supervisor instructions to maintain efficiency.
• Monitor equipment visually and report any unusual noises, leaks, or safety hazards immediately.
• Handle feed products carefully to prevent contamination, spillage, or damage.
• Maintain good housekeeping within production and blending areas, ensuring compliance with GMP and 5S standards.
• Assist with in-process cleaning and sanitation to meet food safety and HACCP requirements.

Warehouse & Logistics Assistance

• Receive, unload, and verify incoming raw materials, packaging, and supplies against delivery documentation.
• Deliver stock and packaging materials to production areas as requested.
• Safely load and offload finished feed onto delivery vehicles according to dispatch schedules.
• Maintain organized, clearly labeled storage areas for raw materials and finished goods.
• Record material movement accurately in warehouse logs or digital tracking systems.
• Assist with inventory counts and reconciliation activities.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment safely (where licensed).
• Ensure all loading/unloading follows proper stacking, weight, and transport safety procedures.
  
  

Grounds & Facility Maintenance

• Maintain cleanliness and order of the mill’s outdoor and surrounding areas, including yard, driveways, receiving bays, and perimeters.
• Sweep, shovel, or vacuum grain spills, dust, and debris from work zones.
• Mow lawns, trim vegetation, manage weeds, and ensure proper drainage by clearing gutters and internal roadways.
• Assist in general maintenance and facility upkeep such as painting, minor repairs, or waste removal.
• Support pest control and biosecurity activities as directed.
• Report facility damages, unsafe conditions, or hazards promptly to management.
  
  

General Duties

• Clean and sanitize production areas, equipment, and tools following safety and manufacturer requirements.
• Participate in daily housekeeping, corrective maintenance, and improvement activities.
• Perform manual labor tasks such as lifting, carrying, and moving materials between departments.
• Follow supervisor or manager instructions and work cooperatively with team members across departments.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and required training sessions.
• Perform any other duties reasonably assigned by the Production, Logistics, or Maintenance Managers.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or maintenance environments (feed, food, or agricultural industry preferred).
• Forklift license or willingness to obtain certification (asset).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn operation of simple machinery and tools.
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 25 kg regularly and perform outdoor work in varying conditions.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Dependable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
• Team-oriented with good communication and cooperation skills.
• Adaptable to working in multiple functions (production, warehouse, or grounds).
• Pays attention to detail and follows verbal and written instructions carefully.
• Committed to cleanliness, food safety, and quality standards.
• Demonstrates initiative, pride in work, and willingness to support continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

• Physically demanding environment with exposure to dust, noise, and chemicals.
• Work may include confined spaces, working at height, and hot or humid conditions.
• PPE required at all times; strict adherence to safety and hygiene rules.
• May be required to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.