Plant Operations Crew Member - 1st Shift (Mon-Fri)

Furst-McNess Company; Montezuma (GA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 5%

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Safety Boot Reimbursement

Job summary

Furst-McNess Company in Montezuma, GA is seeking a full-time Plant Operations Crew Member. This role involves safely loading and unloading bulk materials, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and supporting warehouse and production tasks in outdoor and indoor settings.

Ideal candidates are safety-focused, dependable, and willing to work overtime as needed. A high school diploma and experience in manufacturing or warehouse work are preferred; forklift certification is a plus and can be pursued

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, general labor, or related fields preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification with company support.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English; basic math helpful.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload railcars, trucks, and other bulk material shipments.
• Operate pallet jack, forklifts, loaders, skid steers, or other material handling equipment.
• Assist with warehouse, production, and manufacturing operations as needed.
• Perform routine inspections and report equipment maintenance or repair needs.
• Maintain accurate weights, measurements, samples, and production records as required.
• Follow company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment through routine housekeeping activities.
• Support preventive maintenance, repairs, and general facility upkeep.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reliability

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Furst-McNess Company is looking to add a full-time Plant Operations Crew Member at our Montezuma, GA location.Starting Pay: Compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview processPay Type: Hourly rate with overtime pay, paid bi-weeklyWork Setting: Onsite, working in both outdoor plant operations and indoor production/warehouse environmentsCore Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm (with available overtime as needed)Work Location: 261 Hamilton Rd, Montezuma, GA 31063Benefit Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below.POSITION SUMMARY:The Plant Operator is responsible for safely handling, loading, unloading, and moving bulk and packaged materials throughout the facility. This position primarily works in outdoor plant operations and may also support warehouse, production, maintenance, and general facility activities as needed. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and comfortable operating equipmentKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Safely load and unload railcars, trucks, and other bulk material shipmentsMay operate pallet jack, forklifts, loaders, skid steers, or other material handling equipmentAssist with warehouse, production, and manufacturing operations as neededPerform routine inspections and report equipment maintenance or repair needsMaintain accurate weights, measurements, samples, and production records as requiredFollow all company safety policies, operating procedures, and regulatory requirementsMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment through routine housekeeping activitiesSupport preventive maintenance, repairs, and general facility upkeepCommunicate inventory, material, and operational needs to supervisor(s)Performs other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalentPrevious manufacturing, production, warehouse, general labor, or related experience is preferredExperience operating industrial equipment, or willingness to learn and operate equipment safelyForklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification with company supportAbility to read, write, and speak English and perform basic math calculationsStrong attention to detail with a commitment to quality, safety, and teamworkEffective teamwork, communication, and reliability skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing prioritiesValid driver’s license with an acceptable driving recordWillingness and ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the yearAbility to lift up to 70 lbs., work at heights, and perform physical tasks in an industrial environmentAbout Furst-McNess Company:For more than a century, Furst-McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “Doing What’s Right” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at https://www.mcness.com/Locations: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada.Our Culture:At Furst-McNess, we strive to:Understand that being great is a choiceNever settle for average or “good enough”Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers betterWork as a teamValue and respect one anotherEarn trust through our actionsAct in a safe and professional manner at all timesConduct ourselves with the highest level of integrityDeliver on the commitments we makeInvest in our professional and personal developmentMaintain a positive work environment that promotes successHave fun and celebrate our successesBenefit Package Summary:Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependentsFitness Reimbursement, $200 annuallySafety Boot ReimbursementPPE provided