Grain & Feed Intern
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Western Milling
Dalhart, TX, US
Summary
Interns will participate in daily facility operations including receiving, storing, and loading commodities while learning safety programs and maintenance activities. They will also gain exposure to grain grading, merchandising fundamentals, and feed manufacturing processes.
Job Description
Overview
A hands-on introduction to grain and feed facility operations at Viserion. Over this10–12-week internship, interns gain exposure to day-to-day facility operations, safety practices, and the fundamentals of the grain and feed industry. The internship offers exposure to both bulk grain handling and feed manufacturing, with the option to focus on one track depending on interests and the host site's operations. This internship is intended as a pipeline into our full Leadership Development Trainee program and future career paths such as Elevator Manager, Superintendent, Site Manager, Operations Manager, Merchandiser, and Maintenance Manager.
Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Participate in day-to-day facility operations including receiving, storing, transferring, and loading out commodities
- Learn Viserion safety programs and participate in safety meetings and inspections
- Shadow maintenance activities alongside skilled trades and site leadership
- Gain exposure to grain grading, blending, and quality management practices
- Gain exposure to merchandising fundamentals – bids, contracts, and position management
- Support facility reporting and gain a basic understanding of how facility decisions affect operations
- Complete an internship project and end of internship presentation summarizing key learnings
- Other duties as assigned
Only applicable to feed manufacturing career paths:
- Gain exposure to day-to-day feed mill operations including receiving, batching, and load-out of finished feed
- Learn the basics of feed formulation and quality control
Qualifications
- Actively pursuing a 2-year or 4-year degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business, Operations Management, or a related field
- No prior full-time work experience required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-directed, organized, and eager to learn
- Comfortable adjusting to shifting schedules and multiple demands
- Demonstrates a strong safety mindset
- Genuine interest in exploring a long-term career in the grain and feed industry
- Some overnight travel may be required for training or site visits during the internship
Physical Requirments
- Safely be able to climb ladders: occasionally work at heights in excess of 100 feet.
- Occasionally lift 100 pounds with assistance from a coworker.
- Regularly moves items weighing up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
- Frequently required to: sit for prolonged periods of time, reach for/manipulate standard office equipment, communicate with various staff and/or reach for and manipulate objects.
Environment
- Frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions
- Occasionally required to work over water with and without consistent current (location specific)
- Occasionally exposed to elevated dust levels consistent with grain/feed handling equipment
- Occasionally exposed to chemicals used in facility maintenance, cleaning, or pest control
Compensation Min
USD $18.00/Yr.
Compensation Max
USD $22.00/Yr.
Western Milling, preceded by OH Kruse Grain and Milling, has been a trusted name in the feed industry for over 80 years. Our mission is singular: we strive for the success of the people and companies who feed their communities by providing trusted nutrient solutions.
Founded
1935
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Goshen, California
Western Milling, preceded by OH Kruse Grain and Milling, has been a trusted name in the feed industry for over 80 years. Our mission is singular: we strive for the success of the people and companies who feed their communities by providing trusted nutrient solutions.
Founded
1935
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Goshen, California