Warehouse Operations

Agtegra Cooperative; Tulare Township (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Agtegra Cooperative is seeking a motivated Operator to support our Warehouse Operations team focused on seed treating, bulk and package chemicals, and liquid fertilizer handling.

You will load and unload materials, operate equipment, inspect facilities, and collaborate with customers and peers to promote safe, efficient operations.

The role requires physical work, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, willingness to work overtime including weekends, and compliance with OSHA and DOT safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma/GED or 0-1 year related experience.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload seed, chemical, and fertilizer materials; operate related machinery.
• Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment; perform light maintenance and repairs.
• Interact with customers, peers, and management to provide excellent service and promote teamwork.

Skills

English proficiency

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Operator to join our Warehouse Operations team. The Operator will be responsible for assisting with all warehouse operations such as seed treating, bulk and/or package chemical, and liquid fertilizer.

Key Responsibilities

• Executing processes and operating machinery and equipment as required for loading and unloading of seed and chemicals, and treatment of seed
• Inspecting buildings, grounds, and equipment utilized by the facility to troubleshoot, perform light maintenance, and complete repair work
• Interacting regularly with customers, peers, and management to provide exceptional customer service, pursue continuous improvement of facility operations, and promote a teamwork focused environment
• Adheres to all safety regulations, requirements, policies and procedures, including OSHA regulations, the vehicle policy and fleet safety program, and DOT regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Diploma/GED or 0-1 year related experience; or combination of education and experience
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• English proficiency
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a CDL
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including a respirator
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Agtegra Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.