Grain Laborer

Mountain View Co-Op; Dutton (MT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain View Co-op in Dutton, MT is seeking a Laborer to assist the location manager across a range of tasks at Collins Grain Elevator. The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and the safe, efficient handling of materials and equipment.

Essential duties include load/unload, equipment operation, facility maintenance, and adapting to varying shifts. A High School diploma or GED and forklift qualifications are preferred, with a Montana driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain is preferred.
• Valid Montana driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a positive customer service experience.
• Maintain and repair facilities, equipment, and tools to ensure readiness, safety, and cleanliness.
• Observe machinery operation to detect malfunctions and ensure safe operation.
• Load, unload, and move material to and from storage and production areas as needed.
• Operate equipment for loading and unloading, including forklifts and transfer augers.
• Maintain storage areas to protect inventory; follow safety guidelines.
• Report for duty in good condition and adhere to dress code and hygiene standards.
• Provide feedback to Managers and support teamwork and safety practices.

Skills

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Equipment operation

Tools

Forklift Certification

Driver’s License

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Collins Grain Elevator - Dutton, MT 59433

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to assist the location manager in a variety of tasks to make Mountain View Co-op (MVC) a successful operation. The Laborer must maintain a positive and cooperative attitude that promotes teamwork, integrity, honesty, and helpfulness. The Laborer must embrace and exhibit MVC’s philosophy and culture of customer service.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the Location Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and maintain a positive customer service experience.
• Establish and maintain a positive experience for MVC customers, clients, and vendors, through professional interpersonal interactions.
• Maintain and repair facilities, equipment, and tools in order to ensure operational readiness, safety, and cleanliness.
• Observe and listen to machinery operation to detect equipment malfunctions.
• Load, unload, and move material to and from storage and production areas as needed.
• Load containers and/or conveyers with product using forklifts, transfer augers, suction gates, shovels and/or pitchforks.
• Maintain storage areas to ensure inventory is protected.
• Perform all job duties and related tasks in an efficient and timely manner.
• Report for duty in a fit condition, complying with the location dress code and acceptable personal hygiene.
• Provide feedback to Managers.
• Practice and encourage workplace safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge and understanding of:

• Basic math
• MVC products and purposes
• Safety rules, procedures, and practices

Ability to:

• Establish effective working relationships with management, co-workers, and the general public.
• Report to work on-time and as scheduled.
• Operate various equipment for loading and unloading.
• Read work orders or receive verbal instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Communicate effectively with others in both technical and non-technical terms.
• Work varied shifts and days as required of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• Equipment operation

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification or ability to obtain is preferred
• Valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Montana

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that are required by the employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship.

Essential Physical Abilities:

• Clarity of speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Clarity of vision to include; near and far vision, ability to focus while operating equipment, and ability to read printed materials.
• Manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate equipment, load and unload products, and move products.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk, stand, and reach for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, and climb.

Working Conditions:

• Work is generally performed in outdoor and warehouse environments.
• Duties are required in all weather conditions.
• Various noise levels are present in the work environment, from low to moderately loud.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive, all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employee.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & REASONABLE ACCOMODATION

MVC is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected category including; race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, disability, age, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

MVC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in its employment, services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources at 406-453-5900.