Warehouse Operator

Columbia Grain International; James Town (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Plans

Employee Assistance Program

401K retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Columbia Grain International, LLC is seeking a Warehouse Operator to record data for receiving, storing, and shipping grain at grain elevators. The role involves weighing grain, taking samples, and ensuring accurate records while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The operator will work with the team to achieve operational goals, operate conveyors and forklifts, and support general plant duties with an emphasis on reliability and accuracy.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Industrial or manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Basic computer literacy and basic mechanical skills.
• Good work ethic and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment; control gates to start/stop grain flow.
• Weigh grain and record data; print and sign scale tickets for all loads.
• Take representative grain samples and document results.
• Maintain charts showing storage locations and contents.
• Monitor grain grades by weighing samples and recording results.
• Operate conveyors, bucket elevators, and storage tanks as needed.
• Prepare rail cars for loading and unload operations.
• Operate a forklift and perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the working area.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Reading and interpreting documents

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Mechanical skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Web-based maintenance program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Jamestown West - Jamestown, ND 58401

Position Type: Full-time

Organizational Background

Columbia Grain International, LLC is a global leader in the origination, processing, logistics, and distribution of high-quality bulk grains, pulses, edible beans, oilseeds, and organics for domestic and worldwide export markets. Our vertically integrated company is headquartered in Portland, OR, and we own and operate over 60 facilities, including grain elevators and pulse processing plants across WA, ID, MT, and ND. At all levels of our organization, our employees are some of the most experienced and knowledgeable in the industry. We've spent over 40 years cultivating lasting partnerships with a wide network of producers and the local communities surrounding our facilities, which enables us to source the highest quality product and to fulfill our mission of feeding the world.

Position Description

The Warehouse Operator will be responsible for recording data pertaining to receiving, storing, and shipping of grain at grain elevators. The Warehouse Operator will work with the other members of the team to work toward operational goals while maintaining quality and efficiencies.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment; open and close slide gates to start and stop flow of grain.
• Accurately weigh grain and record in computer system; print and sign scale tickets for all unloaded and loaded-out grain by truck or rail.
• Responsible for accurately taking samples of all unloaded and loaded grain.
• Responsible for keeping charts indicating location and contents of storage tanks and bins.
• Complete and accurately monitor grades by weighing grain samples and recording results.
• Operate production equipment; start conveyors, bucket elevators, select flow pipes, and select storage tanks to convey grain into storage or for load out.
• Prepare rail car for loading; open/close rail car lids using anti-fall harness (safely exit the rail car height: 15-20 feet).
• Operate a forklift.
• Maintain all equipment, including repair, periodic maintenance, and service. Including documenting in a web-based maintenance program.
• General housekeeping and upkeep of working area to include: sweeping, shoveling, vacuum, compressed air, and sanitation.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred not required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Basic knowledge of working with a computer and mechanical skills.
• Good work ethic (team environment, both safe and quality), efficient and willingness to perform all required work with good attendance.

Physical Requirements necessary to perform this job

• Must be able to move freely throughout the operations plant to include walking on elevated platforms, standing, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling and crawling.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 10 lbs., frequently lift and move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and move up to 100 lbs.
• Exposure to extreme climate temperatures, humidity and noise.
• Must be able to work in high places and confined spaces (height up to 100 feet).
• Occasionally required to taste and smell.
• Required to wear protective equipment to include hard hat, safety glasses, protective footwear, gloves, coveralls, and other PPE as required.

Benefits Offered

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and RX benefits
• Company paid Life Insurance and Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Retirement savings plan
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick leave
• Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required.

Columbia Grain is an Equal Opportunity Employer