Grain Associate - Seasonal

Heritage-Cooperative; Upper Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Cooperative in Upper Sandusky, OH is seeking a Seasonal Grain Associate. You will support grain operations, load and unload, operate forklift, and ensure accurate fulfillment of orders while maintaining safety standards.

Ideal candidates are willing to work extended hours and weekends, have basic mechanical skills, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment. Prior agriculture or processing experience is a plus; valid driver's license preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.
• Fundamental mechanical skills.
• Ability to frequently stand and/or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to crawl, stoop, kneel, climb, or balance as needed.
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed.
• Willingness to work various weather elements including cold, heat, wind, rain, etc.
• Valid driver license (preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide positive representation of Heritage Cooperative’s Core Values.
• Assist with preventative maintenance to maximize efficiency and asset longevity.
• Complete required records and reports.
• Maintain energetic and polite attitude in all encounters.
• Fulfill customer orders accurately and promptly.
• Keep equipment and facilities neat, clean, safe and environmentally sound.
• Operate machinery such as a forklift to load out product safely.
• Run receiving systems and equipment to receive product.
• Follow all safety regulations to ensure personal and coworker safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced env

Organizational and time-management

Fundamental mechanical skills

Stand/walk for extended periods

Lift up to 50 pounds

Crawl, stoop, kneel, climb or balance

Extended hours and weekend work

Work in various weather elements

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Basic maintenance skills

Valid Driver License

Job description

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Grain Associate - Seasonal

Seasonal Upper Sandusky, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4310

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Outstanding organizational and time-management skills

Fundamental mechanical skills

Ability to frequently stand and/or walk for extended periods of time

Ability to frequently lift heavy objects no more than 50 pounds

Ability to occasionally crawl, stoop, kneel, climb, or balance

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed

Willingness to work various weather elements including cold, heat, wind, rain, etc

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Driver License, with acceptable driving record

High School Diploma or equivalent

Previous industry experience

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Serve as a positive representation of Heritage Cooperative’s Core Values

• Provide Superior Customer Service
• Highest Standards of Integrity and Trust
• Being a Good Partner

Assist with preventative maintenance on all plant equipment to obtain the maximum efficiency and ensure the longevity of all fixed assets

Complete required records and reports

Exhibit an energetic and polite attitude throughout all encounters during the workday

Fulfill customer orders in an accurate and timely fashion

Maintain equipment and facilities in a neat, clean, safe, and environmental sound condition

Operate machinery such as a forklift to load out product in an accurate and safe manner

Run receiving systems and equipment in a safe and efficient manner to receive product

Abide by all safety regulations to ensure safety of oneself, coworkers and customers

Other duties as assigned

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Heritage Cooperative retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice to the employee.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Heritage Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Heritage Cooperative complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Heritage Cooperative expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Heritage Cooperative’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.