Packers and Packagers, Hand

H2ajobs; Alva (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Weekly transportation

Job summary

H2ajobs in Oklahoma seeks workers to grade, sort, weigh, and package grain and hay products. You will operate conditioning equipment, load materials, and maintain grain quality while following safety protocols.

No prior experience is required, and you will use forklifts and basic tools to handle loads, with potential for employer-provided housing and meals. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work in extreme conditions, and obtain a valid driver’s license within 30 days.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work in extreme conditions (heat, humidity, wind, cold).
• Willing to follow safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Grade and sort products based on variety, color, species, and quality.
• Operate grain conditioning equipment to meet quality standards.
• Load hoppers and feed machines using appropriate tools.
• Weigh and record weights of containers and products.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.
• Transport and handle grain and hay using vehicles when needed.
• Follow instructions and report moisture grades and quality issues.

Skills

Forklift operation

Weight measurement

Safety procedures

Quality control

Machinery operation

Tools

Forklifts

Suction gates

Shovels & pitchforks

Job description

We have a large amount of grain storage and raise certified seed that needs to be cleaned, sorted and packaged to maintain the highest seed quality and grade. Worker will be performing duties related to SOC 53-7064 packers and packagers. Job duties will include but not be limited to: Grade and sort products according to factors such as variety, color, species, length, width, appearance, feel, smell, and quality to ensure correct processing and usage. Operate and monitor grain conditioning equipment to ensure efficient and safe conditioning of grain to meet quality standards. Load hoppers to feed machines with products, using forklifts, suction gates, shovels, pitchforks and other equipment. Weigh crop-filled containers, and record weights and other identifying information. Place products in containers, totes, bags, etc. according to grade and variety. Weigh products or estimate their weight, visually or by feel. Discard inferior or defective products or foreign matter, and place acceptable products in containers and bins for further processing. Guide products to regulate flow through machines, and to discard diseased or rotten products. monitor and report grain moisture and grades. Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including cleaning conditioning equipment, storage areas, and surrounding facilities. Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and the team. Load semi-trucks with hopper bottom trailers; drive semi-trucks. Operate fans and other equipment to condition grain and control moisture levels. Ship and receive hay, keep stack yards organized by variety and quality.

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: Employer will furnish free and convenient cooking and kitchen facilities, all of which are in working order, including refrigeration, space for food preparation, cooking accessories and utensils, appliances, and dishwashing facilities so that workers may prepare their own meals. Kitchen facilities include adequate sinks with hot and cold water under pressure. Employer will provide transportation once a week to assure workers access to stores where they can purchase groceries, when the employer is providing cooking and kitchen facilities.

Transport: See Addendum C

Experience wanted: 0 months

Be able to work in extreme conditions such as heat, humidity, wind, cold. Lift and carry supplies. Follow instructions. Once hired, worker may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to the worker. Testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment. Must be able to obtain appropriate drivers license within 30 days following hire and obtain clean driving record to be able to operate company vehicle. Lift up to 50 lbs.