Feedmill Operator at Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) Limited

The Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) is a charitable company dedicated to the training of farmers in modern and sustainable agricultural practices and rational use of natural resources.

The Foundation has been running agricultural training for youths and farmers since 1987 and currently has six schools in different agro-ecological zones of Nigeria. The schools located in the FCT, Osun, Kaduna, Kano and Gombe states are co-financed by Leventis Foundation and the respective State Governments. All the schools offer training to young people (male and female) desirous of making a good career in farming. The comprehensive one-year training exposes the participants to several areas of agriculture and other farm businesses.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Feedmill Operator

Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

• Efficiently operate feed mill equipment, to produce feed for livestock and poultry.
• Ensure all feed products meet the foundation’s quality standards by conducting regular checks for consistency, nutrient content, and hygiene.
• Conduct routine maintenance on feed mill machinery to ensure smooth operations and minimize downtime.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of raw materials to maintain quality and prevent contamination.
• Maintain accurate daily production logs, including quantities produced, ingredient usage, and machine performance.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations in the feed production area.
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment by maintaining good housekeeping practices.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of finished feed products and raw materials, ensuring timely ordering and replenishment.
• Work closely with the farm manager and other departments to ensure feed production meets livestock and poultry requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of a National Diploma (ND) or relevant qualification in Agriculture, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience working in a feed mill or a similar environment. 
• Previous experience operating feed mill machinery is an added advantage.

Additional Requirements:

• Computer literacy is a must.
• Ability to speak the local language where the schools are located is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
11th October, 2024.