Grain Bagger - TEMP/SEASONAL

Smithfield Foods; Registry Park (IA); On-site; USD 2,893,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Iowa is seeking a grain bagging and maintenance operator. You will run grain bagging machines during harvest, operate bag extractors in off-harvest season, and perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all equipment.

The role supports timely bagging of corn, wheat, and soybeans, with a focus on quality control, safety, and regulatory compliance. Starting pay is $25.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Agriculture/Mechanical experience preferred.
• Able to operate tractor, auger, and conveyor.

Responsibilities

• Bag corn, wheat, and soybeans at harvest in a timely, cost efficient manner.
• Reclaim corn, wheat, and soybeans when procurement and mill need bushels.
• Quality control of bagged bushels.
• Accountable for grain and soybean shrinkage related to bagging/reclaimed grain and soybeans.
• Operate bagging/reclaiming equipment in a safe productive manner
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on bagging/reclaiming equipment
• Interact and communicate with farmer and drivers selling and delivering grain.
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Foods subscribes.
• Comply with all EMS, IPS, and Animal Well Being Policies and Procedures

Skills

Tractor operation

Auger operation

Conveyor operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Your Opportunity

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Compensation:

Starting Pay: $25.00/Hour

This position is responsible for the operation of the grain bagging machines during harvest season, operation of the grain bag extractors during off harvest season, and preventive and corrective maintenance on all equipment.

Core Responsibilities

• Bag corn, wheat, and soybeans at harvest in a timely, cost efficient manner.
• Reclaim corn, wheat, and soybeans when procurement and mill need bushels.
• Quality control of bagged bushels.
• Accountable for grain and soybean shrinkage related to bagging/reclaimed grain and soybeans.
• Operate bagging/reclaiming equipment in a safe productive manner
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on bagging/reclaiming equipment
• Interact and communicate with farmer and drivers selling and delivering grain.
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Foods subscribes.
• Comply with all EMS, IPS, and Animal Well Being Policies and Procedures

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) require
• Agriculture/Mechanical experience preferred
• Able to operate tractor, auger, and conveyor

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.

Relocation Package AvailableNo

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.