Compound Feed Production Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job responsible for the manufacturing process of animal feed, from weighing and mixing raw materials to pellet forming, drying/cooling, and packaging.
Description
Compound feed production workers manufacture feed for livestock and pets in a factory setting. They perform incoming inspection and weighing of raw materials, mixing in mixers, forming using pellet mills or extruders, processing in drying and cooling equipment, and finally packaging and shipping preparation. They follow manufacturing recipes and quality control manuals, conduct inspections such as nutritional components and moisture content, and handle simple machine maintenance, cleaning, and safety/hygiene management.
Future Outlook
Stable demand in the agriculture sector suggests steady job openings. Introduction of IoT and automation technologies is expected to advance labor-saving efforts and enhanced quality control.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Chief Operator → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Dryer Cooling Device Operation / Line Cleaning / Operation of Mixers and Pellet Mills / Quality Inspection / Raw Material Weighing
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / Safety and Hygiene Knowledge / Understanding of HACCP / Weighing Instrument Calibration Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small errors in compounding can affect quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because accurate numerical processing such as calculating compounding ratios is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because manufacturing tasks require little creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
Aliases
- Feed Manufacturing Worker
- Feed Mill Operator
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