Operator- Grain Processing

Ind Hemp, Llc.; Town of Montana (WI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Leave of absence plans

Job summary

IND HEMP in Fort Benton, MT seeks a motivated Operator to run and monitor processing equipment, setup work areas, troubleshoot, and document daily operations with a strong safety focus.

You will perform quality checks, load/unload materials, and assist with packaging while following GMP/SOP guidelines and maintaining clean, safe work areas. This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and working up to 40 ft heights.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years industry experience preferred.
• Experience operating heavy equipment and forklifts is a plus.
• LOTO and OSHA training is a plus.
• Basic understanding of HMIs, computers and math concepts.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safe working practices and maintain a safe environment.
• Follow GMP and SOP policies.
• Clean facilities, equipment, and machinery.
• Maintain clean work areas, aisles, and grounds.
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery as needed.
• Monitor equipment for proper functionality and efficient operation.
• Conduct quality checks.
• Collect product samples.
• Load and unload materials.
• Package finished goods and products.
• Work safely at heights up to 40 ft.
• Operate heavy and aerial equipment (Forklift, Tractor Loader, Articulating Boom Lift, Scissor Lift).
• Understand 120V and 480V electrical, confined space, and OSHA safety regulations.
• Operate processing equipment and mobile units inside or outside facilities.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team oriented

Proactive thinking

Attendance & punctuality

Physical stamina

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years industry experience

Experience operating heavy equipment

LOTO/OSHA training

Basic understanding of HMIs/computers

Tools

Forklift

Scissor lift

Aerial equipment operation

Job description

Department: Operations - Grain Processing, Oilseeds

Reports To: Plant Supervisor - Grain Processing, Oilseeds

Location: Fort Benton, MT

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused Operator to join our team. This role is responsible for operating and monitoring equipment, setting up work areas, troubleshooting and performing minor equipment repairs, documenting daily operations and maintaining product quality. Success in this role requires a strong commitment to safety, operational efficiency, quality and continuous improvement.

Work Schedule

This potion typically works four(4) 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00am to 5:30pm. Overtime and weekend work may be required based on business needs.

Pay

We offer competitive hourly pay that reflects your experience, qualifications and skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prioritize and maintain safe working practices and a safe working environment.
• Follow GMP and SOP policies.
• Cleaning facilities, equipment, and machinery.
• Maintain work areas, isles, and grounds in a clean and tidy manner.
• Troubleshooting and repairing machinery as needed.
• Maintain and monitor equipment to ensure proper functionality and efficient operation.
• Conduct quality checks.
• Collect product samples.
• Loading and unloading materials.
• Packaging finished good and products.
• Working safely at heights of up to 40ft.
• Safely operate heavy and arial equipment such as: Forklift, Tractor Loader, Articulating Boom Lift and Scissor lift.
• General knowledge and understanding of 120V and 480V electrical, confined space and OSHA safety regulations.
• Excellent knowledge and ability to operate all processing equipment and mobile units within or outside of the facilities.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem solving.
• Team oriented.
• Proactive critical thinking.
• Ability to exhibit good work habits, including attendance and punctuality.
• Must have the ability to climb stairs, lift, bend, kneel and stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, work with heights, dusty environment, and hot and cold temperatures.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs repetitively throughout the day.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent, additional education or training a plus.
• 2+ years Industry or equivalent training preferred.
• Prior experience operating heavy equipment and forklifts a plus.
• LOTO and OSHA training a plus.
• Basic understanding of HMI’s, computers and math comprehension.
• Prior manufacturing (grain or food processing) or agriculture experience a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, and business needs.

IND HEMP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, life, disability and leave of absence plans. This position requires completion of a pre-employment drug screen, a background check and a physical demand assessment.