Feed Mill Operator

Job Description:

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future  

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions. 

Trouw Nutrition is seeking Feed Mill Operators to be a part of feeding the future in our Chilliwack plant!

About The Role:  Our Feed Mill Operator contributes to the production of high-quality livestock feed through the operations of bulk receiving, mixing, pelleting, and shipping activities.

Responsibilities: 

• Operate production machinery

• Ensure quality and food safety standards are met

• Meet or exceed production targets

• Identify areas to optimize production performance

• Execute small maintenance tasks and repair work on production equipment

• Record data on production orders and activities

• Promote awareness of any unsafe situation and take appropriate action 

Skills and Expertise 

Qualifications: 

• 2 - 3 years manufacturing experience an asset

• Excellent computer skills – Gamers welcome!

• Forklift certification preferred

• Boiler certificate is required (at least Class 5)

Expectation from the Role: 

• Ability & willingness to work shifts and overtime

• Ability to lift 25 kgs regularly

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and excellent communication skills

• Ability to focus on details within a fast-paced environment

• Team player and coachable

• Exposure to the elements, noise and dust, and working at heights

Why you Will Love Working with Us 

Global Benefits:  

• Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group  

• Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone  

Local Benefits:  

• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!  

• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!  

• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance 

• Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement  

• 15 vacation days to start (tiered) 

• Annual bonus 

Next Steps:  

We value a seamless candidate experience and will review your application within five (5) business days.  We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production. Thank you for choosing a career with us and sharing your ambition to “Feed the Future!”  Final candidates who are being considered for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.  Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings must be independently authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.  

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.  

Our corporate values FEED your career: Passion | Inclusivity | Integrity | Trust | Curiosity. These values are engrained into our core and shape everything we do.  

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Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees.  Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.