Agri Line Operator - Full time

Buchheit Family of Companies; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Buchheit Family of Companies is seeking an Agri Line Operator to operate production equipment and assist with manufacturing operations in Perryville, Missouri. This role involves monitoring production lines, ensuring quality, and preparing customer orders accurately.

The ideal candidate will have forklift experience and a strong attention to detail, with the ability to handle physical tasks in a fast-paced production environment. Join us to support our commitment to delivering high-quality products.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience is essential.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or agricultural production is preferred.
• Ability to operate production or packaging equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate agricultural production equipment in accordance with procedures.
• Fill, pull, stage, and prepare customer orders accurately.
• Monitor production lines to ensure proper operation and quality.

Skills

Forklift operation

Production equipment operation

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 75 pounds

Basic math skills

Job description

Position Summary

The Agri Line Operator is responsible for operating production equipment, preparing and filling customer or internal orders, and supporting daily manufacturing or agricultural processing operations. This role ensures products are produced, packaged, and staged accurately and efficiently while maintaining quality, safety, and production standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate agricultural production, blending, bagging, packaging, or processing equipment in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.
• Fill, pull, stage, and prepare customer or internal orders accurately and on time.
• Monitor production lines and equipment to ensure proper operation, product quality, and output efficiency.
• Measure, weigh, label, and package products according to work orders, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Load raw materials into equipment and remove finished product from production lines for storage or shipment.
• Perform routine equipment checks, basic troubleshooting, and minor adjustments to maintain smooth production flow.
• Maintain accurate production records, order documentation, inventory usage, and completed work logs.
• Inspect finished products for quality, quantity, and compliance with company standards.
• Coordinate with supervisors, warehouse staff, and team members to meet daily production schedules and order deadlines.
• Assist with inventory control, material handling, and movement of raw materials and finished goods.
• Keep production, packaging, and work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety and sanitation standards.
• Follow all company policies related to safety, quality control, equipment operation, and workplace procedures.
• Additional duties, as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience is essential.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, agricultural production, warehouse operations, order fulfillment, or machine operation is preferred.
• Ability to operate production or packaging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in filling orders and recording production information.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures.
• Basic math skills for counting, measuring, and weighing product.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials and finished products with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment and meet daily output goals.
• Experience in agricultural processing, feed production, seed handling, grain operations, or similar manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and production reporting.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.

Working Conditions

This is an agricultural manufacturing and production environment with frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and moving materials. There will be exposure to dust, machinery, noise, and varying temperatures depending on facility operations.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with a “legal” disability to perform the essential functions of this position. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 75 pounds.