Production Associate

Hubbard Feeds Inc; Huron (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with generous match

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Disability and life insurance

Paid holidays and vacations

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vision plan

Paid holidays and vacations

Annual incentive opportunities

Job summary

A leading animal nutrition company in South Dakota is seeking a reliable team member for their production line. This role involves monitoring efficiency to ensure timely shipment, adhering to strict safety guidelines, and working collaboratively with team members. Ideal candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, demonstrate strong communication skills, and be able to lift moderate weights. Attractive benefits and a commitment to employee growth are offered from day one.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50-55 lbs. repeatedly.
• Ability to wear a full-face respirator (in designated areas).
• Must pass post-offer physical and drug screening.
• Experience in feed, grain, or supplement processing (bonus).

Responsibilities

• Monitor production line efficiency for timely shipment.
• Communicate with team members to improve processes.
• Adhere to safety guidelines throughout the facility.

Skills

Monitoring the efficiency

Being a reliable team member

Communicating with team members

Keeping the worksite clean

Strictly adhering to safety guidelines

Operation of mixing, bagging, and drying equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mixing equipment

Bagging equipment

Spray drying equipment

Fluid bed drying equipment

Powered lift equipment

Job description

Hubbard is where expertise meets opportunity. We’re part of Akralos, a North American animal nutrition company built on the combined strengths of Alltech and ADM, two global leaders who’ve brought together their best people, proven products and shared commitment to excellence. At Hubbard, our team is at the heart of everything we do. From nutritionists and mill operators to sales professionals and support staff, every role contributes to our mission: partnering with customers to deliver results that matter. We serve livestock producers, equine owners and animal lovers across North America, providing the guidance, products and service they need to succeed — whether in the market or the show ring.

Make a Difference

We believe that every member of our team has a role in Working Together for a Planet of Plenty. We envision a sustainable world of abundance, made possible through new technologies and management practices, and the world’s most valuable infinite resource — human ingenuity. This role will make a difference by: Being the front line of improving the health and performance of people, animals, and plants through nutrition and scientific innovation, manufacture, and distribution of top-quality feed and supplements. Making a positive impact on the animal, the consumer and the environment.

Benefits and Perks

Effective Day One of Employment:

• Atmosphere of professional and personal development
• 401k plan with generous match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Disability and life insurance
• Two medical plans and two dental plans to select from
• Vision plan
• Paid holidays and vacations

Key Skills and Talents

We believe in the pursuit of lifelong learning. We cultivate curiosity to elevate discovery and innovation, enabling our team to create impactful solutions. The best possible candidate for this role is someone who demonstrates these traits by:

• Monitoring the efficiency of the production line to ensure timely load and shipment.
• Being a reliable team member with prompt attendance and excellent performance.
• Communicating with team members and leadership to improve processes.
• Keeping the worksite clean to avoid hazards from chemicals and fragile products.
• Strictly adhering to safety guidelines throughout the facility.
• Performing all processes in accordance with all Standard Operating Procedures, including the operation of mixing, bagging, spray drying, fluid bed drying and powered lift equipment.

Qualifications

Must Have

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to lift 50-55 lbs. repeatedly

Ability to wear a full-face respirator (in some designated areas)

Must past post-offer physical and drug screen as well as continual random drug screening

Preferred

Ability to work any shift

Bonus

Experience in feed, grain or supplement processing or manufacturing.

Akralos is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All salaried applicants must be able to provide documentation of COVID 19 vaccination.

Your résumé, completed assessments, and a variety of individual and group interviews will help us understand your overall profile and ability to excel in our dynamic environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced team that values your expertise and invests in your growth. Hubbard provides a competitive and comprehensive benefit package, effective on the first day of employment, which includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with generous company match
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Paid disability and life insurance plans
• Paid holidays, vacations and sick time
• Annual incentive opportunities for every position

Hubbard is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.