About this role
Pellet Mill Operator (Feed Mill)
Ascentech Services Limited is the most sought-after Human Resource Solution Provider with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We have a reputation for satisfying and surpassing clients' expectations through our core offerings: Recruitment and Selection, Outsourcing, Training and Development. To accomplish these we leverage creating and managing change in organizations by improving efficiency through our proven and dynamic HR solutions.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Pellet Mill Operator (Feed Mill)
Location: Km 12, Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, Oluyole Free Trade Zone, Ibadan - Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time
Number of Openings: 2
About the Role
- We are seeking experienced Pellet Mill Operators to join our feed production team. The ideal candidates must have hands-on experience operating pellet mills in a commercial animal feed manufacturing environment. Candidates from industries outside feed milling will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor pellet mill machines to produce high-quality animal feed pellets.
- Set up and adjust pellet mill equipment to achieve required pellet quality and production targets.
- Monitor steam conditioning, temperature, moisture levels, and die performance during production.
- Conduct routine inspections and perform basic maintenance of pellet mill equipment.
- Identify and resolve operational issues to minimize downtime.
- Ensure compliance with production schedules and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate production and machine operation records.
- Follow all health, safety, and company operating procedures.
- Keep the work area clean and maintain good housekeeping practices.
Requirements
- ND or HND in a relevant field.
- 5–10 years' experience operating pellet mills in an animal feed manufacturing company.
- Feed mill experience is mandatory.
- Experience working with reputable feed manufacturers (e.g., Karma Agric or similar feed mill companies) is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of pellet mill operations, steam conditioning, pellet quality, and machine troubleshooting.
- Ability to perform routine equipment checks and minor maintenance.
- Good knowledge of workplace safety and quality control procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
- Preferred Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will have proven experience in:
- Animal feed production.
- Pellet mill machine operation.
- Feed manufacturing processes.
- Maintaining production efficiency and product quality.
- Working in a fast-paced feed mill environment.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.