Careers

Furst-McNess Company is seeking a dynamic and assertive individual for the position of Premix Manufacturer-2nd Shift at its Storm Lake, IA.  This individual will be responsible for responsible for manufacturing and packaging premixes adhering to standard operating procedures (SOP) and other regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Operate bagger, bag scales and closing equipment.
• Stack bags on pallets.
• Operate bulk bag filling equipment.
• Pick raw materials and hand add bag material according to formula.
• Operate lift truck.
• As required, operate batching, mixing and liquid system under direct supervision.
• Keep work area clean; repair broken pallets.
• Repair all damaged bags.
• Work safely and use safety equipment as prescribed.
• Adhere to all procedures and policies.
• Unload bulk trucks and rail cars.
• Follow FIFO on raw materials.
• Check and receive bulk materials when required.
• Perform other work-related duties as requested or required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be able to succeed within and adhere to the culture of the Furst-McNess Company.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.
• Education equivalent to high school diploma and six months of basic manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to ascend ladders and various heights using stairs, elevated walkways and/or elevators.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or stoop up to 70 lbs. of material on a regular or continuous basis.
• Ability to maneuver heavy loads (up to 2,000 lbs. pallets) with a pallet jack; safely operate all equipment along with being a certified forklift operator.
• Ability to perform cleaning operations while exposed to dusty environment, and ability to wear/use all appropriate protective equipment.
• Ability to enter confined spaces.
• Ability to learn and comply with GMP and regulatory requirements imposed on manufacturing facilities by the FDA, OSHA and EPA in regard to manufacturing of food and drug products.
• Ability to work overtime as requested or required.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work as an effective team member within the premix department and company, as a whole. Willingness to pitch in and do work that may not be a specific part of the job description for the overall good of the department and company.
• Ability to be flexible. Respect other peoples’ points of view and able to take constructive criticism.

Benefits:

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision plan.
• Paid vacation/floating holidays/company holidays.
• Competitive 401(k) program.

Please submit your resume to our Human Resources Department via email at hr.stormlake@mcness.com.

Furst-McNess Company is seeking a dynamic and assertive individual for the positions of Feed Production Operator for our 2^nd shift.  This individual will be responsible for responsible for manufacturing and packaging product adhering to standard operating procedures (SOP) and other regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be able to succeed within and adhere to the culture of the Furst-McNess Company.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.
• Ability to read, write and speak English, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Education equivalent to high school diploma.  Basic math required.
• Ability to communicate, orally and in writing, with co-workers, supervisors and support staff.
• Ability to ascend ladders and various heights using stairs, elevated walkways and/or elevators.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or stoop up to 70 lbs. of material on a regular or continuous basis.
• Ability to maneuver heavy loads (up to 2,000 lbs. pallets) with a pallet jack and/or forklift; forklift training and/or certification available on-site.
• Ability to perform cleaning operations while exposed to dusty environment, and ability to wear/use all appropriate protective equipment.
• Ability to learn and comply with GMP and regulatory requirements imposed on manufacturing facilities by the FDA, OSHA, and EPA in regard to manufacturing products.

Benefits:

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision plan.
• Paid vacation/floating holidays/company holidays.
• Competitive 401(k) program.

Please submit your resume to our Human Resources Department via email at hr@mcness.com.

An immediate opening exists for a regular full-time Truck Driver operating from our Storm Lake, Iowa facility. Driver will be responsible for delivery of bag/bulk livestock feed directly to farmers as well as co-ops and other feed businesses throughout the Midwest. Candidates must possess & maintain a valid class A CDL; have a record of safe and efficient commercial truck driving experience; the ability to operate a 2,000 lb. electric pallet jack; possess solid math skills; and have obtained a high school diploma or equivalent. Agricultural background is a plus. We haul our own products out of our company facilities and all miles are paid empty or loaded along with load and unload pay. Drivers leave out on Sunday or Monday and return on Friday (spending an average of 3-4 nights out per week).

A competitive wage and benefits package is offered.

Please submit your resume to our Human Resources Department via email at hr@mcness.com.

We thank all applicants, but advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

-An Equal Opportunity Employer-