Level 3 Operator

Weaver-Popcorn-Bulk,-LL; Malden (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Weaver-Popcorn-Bulk,-LL in Malden, Missouri is seeking a Level 3 Operator for a full-time role. The position requires mastery of forklift and bagger operations, with oversight of processing, equipment understanding, and short- to mid-term production planning.

The role emphasizes advanced safety, quality, and planning, with responsibilities to read orders, manage corn flow, perform PM work, and coordinate production 6–18 hours ahead.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of Level Two responsibilities.
• Advanced understanding of production systems and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate full proficiency in forklift operations and all associated tasks.
• Read and interpret open production orders.
• Transfer corn between systems and locations.
• Utilize customer images and Clarinet system for production accuracy.
• Perform advanced safety chain entries and magnet checks.
• Understand and identify different corn types.
• Master bagger operations including setup, troubleshooting, and tote management.
• Assist with processing and monitor corn flow.
• Participate in preventive maintenance (PM) work and understand equipment functionality.
• Move trailers and assist with clean outs.
• Learn and apply corn specifications, lot creation, and hybrid differences.
• Develop scrap knowledge and apply time management strategies.
• Plan and respond to production needs 6–18 hours ahead.

Skills

Forklift operations

Bagging operations

Production planning

Independent work

Leadership by example

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Level 3 Operator

Full Time Malden, MO, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1017

Salary Range: $22.00 To $24.50 Hourly

Description

Level Three Machine Operators have mastered forklift and bagger operations and take on advanced responsibilities in processing, equipment understanding, and production planning. This level typically occurs after 9–18 months and involves looking 6–18 hours ahead.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate full proficiency in forklift operations and all associated tasks
• Read and interpret open production orders
• Transfer corn between systems and locations
• Utilize customer images and Clarinet system for production accuracy
• Perform advanced safety chain entries and magnet checks
• Understand and identify different corn types
• Master bagger operations including setup, troubleshooting, and tote management
• Assist with processing and monitor corn flow
• Participate in preventive maintenance (PM) work and understand equipment functionality
• Move trailers and assist with clean outs
• Learn and apply corn specifications, lot creation, and hybrid differences
• Develop scrap knowledge and apply time management strategies
• Plan and respond to production needs 6–18 hours ahead

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of Level Two responsibilities
• Advanced understanding of production systems and equipment
• Strong problem-solving and planning skills
• Ability to work independently and lead by example