Grain Handling & Logistics Operator

Smithfield Foods; Harpster (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a grain handler to assist in scheduling, safety programs, logistics, and record keeping for facility operations. The role involves weighing and grading grain, operating loading equipment, and maintaining inventories to support profitability.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and strong safety, communication, and teamwork skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment with variable weekday/weekend hours during harvest season.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to understand and comply with all safety policies and practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities; effective interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and grade inbound and outbound grain to meet specifications.
• Operate loading/unloading equipment to ship or receive grain products.
• Inspect grain facilities daily for equipment condition.
• Assist scheduling logistics pertaining to inbound/outbound grain.
• Maintain inventories to maximize profitability and track grain movements.
• Identify problems and work with manager on solutions.
• Interact with customers daily.
• Support safety programs and environmental compliance policies.

Skills

Safety policies

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Customer communication

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a grain handler to assist in scheduling, safety programs, logistics, and record keeping for facility operations. The role involves weighing and grading grain, operating loading equipment, and maintaining inventories to support profitability.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and strong safety, communication, and teamwork skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment with variable weekday/weekend hours during harvest season.