Operations Support (Loadout Operator) - Point Comfort, TX

Simplot Company; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simplot Company is seeking an Operations Support (Loadout Operator) in Texas. This role handles loading/unloading fertilizer, blending products, warehouse inventory, and basic plant maintenance tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and at least one year of related experience; forklift experience is highly preferred, and basic mechanical knowledge is an asset for daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• One or more years of related experience.
• Forklift operating experience is highly preferred.
• Mechanical knowledge is desired.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in succession (e.g., blending products, loading a truck, and driving).

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading fertilizer from trucks, railcars and barges.
• Cleaning and storing equipment after application process including cleaning inside fertilizer tanks.
• Receiving and unloading product and performing warehouse inventory and storage functions.
• Performing equipment and plant maintenance including welding, pump and engine overhauls, painting, and general housekeeping.
• Assisting with special projects and training sessions; providing back-up when needed.
• Assisting in loading/mixing/applying pesticides with proper adjuvants and conditions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical knowledge

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Operations Support (Loadout Operator) - Point Comfort, TX

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

Under general direction, this role performs a variety of job responsibilities which may include loading delivery trucks, blending fertilizer, receiving product and plant maintenance work.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading fertilizer from trucks, railcars and barges.
• Cleaning and storing equipment after application process including cleaning inside fertilizer tanks.
• Receiving and unloading product and performing warehouse inventory and storage functions.
• Performs varied responsibilities such as: equipment and plant maintenance including welding, pump and engine overhauls, painting, and general housekeeping responsibilities.
• Miscellaneous duties such as assisting with special projects, attending training sessions, providing back-up when needed, etc.
• Assist in loading/mixing/applying pesticides, gaining understanding of the importance of including proper adjuvants, mixing order, temperature, other field/weather conditions potentially influencing application.

Disclaimer - These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Valid driver's license
• One plus years related experience.
• Forklift operating experience it highly preferred.
• Mechanical knowledge is desired.
• Ability to do a variety of tasks in succession, i.e., blending products together, loading a truck, and driving the truck to a farm.

Other Information

Ag-Industry Hours – overtime in peak season as required!

The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.