Grain Processing Operator — Hands-On, Safe Production (12-Hour Shifts)

Ultipro; Washington, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Grain Processing Corporation in Washington, Indiana, is seeking Process Operators to turn grain into high-quality ingredients. You will operate, monitor, and optimize equipment, and help ensure production performance, quality, and safety.

This role involves troubleshooting with maintenance, collecting samples, keeping records, and collaborating across departments on continuous improvement. You must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and work a 12-hour rotating schedule, days/nights, weekends and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using computers, production systems, and electronic documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds and wear required PPE.
• Availability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust processing equipment to maintain safe, efficient, and reliable production.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, partnering with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Own daily operations of assigned processes while meeting production, quality, environmental, and safety goals.
• Collect samples, perform quality checks, and maintain accurate production and compliance records.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area that supports operational excellence and workplace safety.
• Support product handling, inventory movement, and railcar/truck loading and unloading activities.
• Collaborate across departments to drive continuous improvement and plant performance.
• Follow all safety and environmental standards while identifying and reporting potential hazards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Production systems

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Grain Processing Corporation in Washington, Indiana, is seeking Process Operators to turn grain into high-quality ingredients. You will operate, monitor, and optimize equipment, and help ensure production performance, quality, and safety.

This role involves troubleshooting with maintenance, collecting samples, keeping records, and collaborating across departments on continuous improvement. You must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and work a 12-hour rotating schedule, days/nights, weekends and