Feed Mill Maintenance & Operations Technician

The Department of Grain Science and Industry is accepting applications for a non-tenure track, 12-month appointment, renewable each year, serving as the Feed Mill Maintenance & Operations Technician. This position will manage maintenance and equip...

  • 520284
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Grain Science & Industry
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Closing on: Oct 4 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The Department of Grain Science and Industry is seeking applications for a non-tenure track, 12-month appointment, annually renewable position serving as the Feed Mill Maintenance & Operations Technician. This position will oversee the maintenance & equipment care, as well as ensure safety and compliance is maintained at the OH Kruse Feed Mill.

This position offers you the chance to develop specialized skills in feed mill operations with the backing of a supportive and safety-focused team.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Equipment Care

  • Conduct daily maintenance activities on feed mill equipment, setting and adjusting schedules to ensure smooth operations.
  • Support and continuously improve a proactive Preventative Maintenance Program, working closely with the feed mill manager to meet operational goals.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair all feed mill machinery, ensuring equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
  • Maintain detailed maintenance records and utilize the Dekra system to track repairs, replacements, and preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Manage an inventory of critical parts to support maintenance activities, ensuring availability when needed.
  • Develop consistent guidelines for parts replacement and repairs, contributing to the feed mill’s reliability and efficiency.

Safety & Compliance

  • Actively promote a Safety Awareness Program, ensuring tools, equipment, and facilities are kept clean and in safe working order.
  • Acquire and maintain required certifications, including forklift, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and confined space, to support a safe working environment.
  • Comply with environmental and safety regulations as set by Kansas State University.

Feed Delivery & Operations Support

  • Oversee feed delivery operations to livestock units, providing hands-on assistance as needed to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
  • Set up, operate, and monitor feed mill machinery, making adjustments as necessary to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.

About Us

A primary focus of the K-State Feed Science Program and the O. H. Kruse Feed Technology Innovation Center is the training of the next generation of feed industry leaders through student involvement, hands-on instruction, internships and extension workshops. This educational program provides training in the areas of feed safety, quality assurance, and feed processing technology to students attending K-State.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a high school diploma and 5 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
    • Proficiency in troubleshooting, repairing, and assembling mechanical equipment; excellent teamwork and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
    • Vision abilities include close and distance vision with focus adjustment.
    • Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs as needed.
    • Frequent standing, walking, handling objects, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and communicating.
    • Must be able to tolerate exposure to grain dust, chemical odors, and noisy conditions.
    • Comfort working with a variety of chemicals and feed ingredients in an agricultural setting

Additional licenses / registrations / certifications:

  • Class B CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) or ability to obtain one.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

Please submit the following documents:
1. Resume
2. Letter of Interest with background and experience
3. List 3 references with current contact information

If you're a mechanically skilled, safety-conscious professional interested in joining a dedicated team focused on producing quality feed, we encourage you to apply!

Application Window

This position will close on October 4th 2025.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$23.08 to $26.44 hourly

 

 

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

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Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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