Grain Scale Operator - Temporary

Smithfield Foods; Harpster (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Ohio is seeking a facility operator to support grain handling and plant operations. You will assist the facility manager with scheduling, safety programs, and record keeping while weighing and grading grain to meet specifications.

Daily tasks include operating loading equipment, inspecting facilities, maintaining inventories, and addressing problems with the manager. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety adherence, and customer liaison.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to understand and comply with safety policies and practices.
• Verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and grade inbound/outbound grain to meet specs; enter deliveries into database.
• Operate loading/unloading equipment to ship/receive grain.
• Inspect grain facilities to ensure condition of stored grains.
• Assist in scheduling logistics for inbound/outbound grain.
• Maintain inventories to maximize profitability including grain movements.
• Identify problems and work with facility manager on solutions.
• Deal with customers daily.
• Assist in implementing safety programs and environmental policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Independent worker

Customer communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grain handling equipment

Job description

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.

Your Opportunity

Hourly Rate: $17.73

This position is responsible for assisting in the implementation of work schedules, safety programs, logistics and record keeping in conjunction with the facility manager. Performs all aspects of grain handling and facility operations by performing the following duties.

Core Responsibilities

• Weigh and grade both inbound and outbound grain and grain products proficiently to ensure all products meet SFD specifications. Prepares scale receipts and enters deliveries into database.
• Operate loading/unloading equipment to ship or receive grain products.
• Inspect grain facilities daily to ensure equipment maintains proper condition of stored grains.
• Help facility manager schedule logistics as they pertain to inbound and outbound grain.
• Maintain and handle inventories to maximize SFD profitability including grain movements, condition, blending of grain/grain products.
• Identify any problems or improvements and work with facility manager to find solutions.
• Deal proficiently with customers daily.
• Assist in implementing any specific work or safety programs set forth by SFD.
• Responsible for complying with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Foods and Smithfield Hog Production subscribes.
• Report all environmental issues immediately to supervisor.
• Read and understand the company's emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site.
• Report to work on all scheduled workdays.

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) required.
• Able to understand and comply with all safety policies and practices
• Verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills
• Effective communication with grain customers
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Available to work extended weekday and weekend hours during grain harvest seasons
• Able to sit, stand, walk, climb up and down ladders
• Able to work in areas of considerable height
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Routinely exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions
• Must be able to tolerate cold, heat, grain dust, grain/mill odors, and noisy conditions.
• Must be able to walk and stand on concrete and unpaved areas for longer periods of time.
• Must be supportive of the mission of producing and/or storing grain and quality bakery meal.

Relocation Package Available

No

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.