Jennie-O Turkey Store - 1st Shift Feed Mill Operator 2 - Barron, WI

Barron, WIFull-time$16.25–$22.75/hrPosted Jul 21, 2026

 

Hourly pay rate: $16.25 - $22.75, based on your experience

Job Responsibilities

1. Work in the areas of all bulk receiving, housekeeping, and quality control operations for shift

2. Monitor quality of ingredients received

3. Responsible for accurate sample testing and record keeping of ingredients

4. Unload ingredients into proper bins

5. Work in a safe and efficient manner

6. Assist in all housekeeping functions at the mill

7. Perform minor repairs on mill equipment

8. Work in the pelleting and batching areas, as well as bulk load out when required

9. Perform all jobs to standard

 

Minimum Qualifications

 * Good math skills

 * 10 key calculators

 * No performance work actions in the last 6 months

 * No attendance work actions in the last 6 months

 * PHYSICAL: No restrictions against working in a dusty environment & in all types of weather conditions

 * No current restrictions lifting up to 50 pounds repetitively

 * No current restrictions prohibiting the use of personal safety equipment

 

Preferred Qualifications

 * Two or three years of feed mill experience

 * Experience with all batching, pelleting, receiving, and loading functions of a feed mill

 * One year of mechanical experience

 

Response Process

What you will receive

  • Competitive pay
  • Extraordinary benefits- Including paid vacation and holidays; weekly paychecks, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage (very affordable compared to area companies AND you become eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment); life insurance; employee stock purchase plan; 401K with match; and tuition reimbursement program
  • FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees (hormelinspiredpathways.com)
  • Relocation Assistance Program for eligible applicants
  • Training- You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role
  • Advancement opportunities- You are on a direct track to move into higher roles including operator and lead positions, even supervision and management
  • Employment with a solid employer- People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available

This position has a strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, 401(k) and match, Wellness Program, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and more.

Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or Veteran status.

At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects.  We offer a space of support, understanding, and community.  We are committed to the journey!  Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

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