Warehouse Operator

Columbia Grain; Rogers (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and RX benefits

Company paid life insurance and long‑/

Disability

Flexible Spending Plans

Employee Assistance Program

401K retirement savings plan

Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Columbia Grain International, LLC is a global leader in origination, processing, and distribution of bulk grains and related products. This full-time role is based in Rogers, ND, and involves hands-on grain handling, equipment operation, and safety compliance across our facilities.

You will weigh, sample, and document grain, operate conveyors and forklifts, and help maintain storage tanks and bins while following safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Effective written and verbal communication is essential for safety and reporting.
• Basic computer literacy and mechanical skills relevant to grain handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and control flow of grain.
• Weigh grain, record in computer system, and print scale tickets.
• Take representative samples and document storage locations.
• Maintain storage tanks, bins, and grade data with accuracy.
• Operate conveyors, elevators, and load out grain to rail or truck.
• Prepare rail cars for loading and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Perform forklift operations and routine equipment maintenance.

Skills

Reading safety rules

Effective communication

Basic computer literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Maintenance software

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Rogers - Rogers, ND 58479, Position Type: Full-time, Organizational Background

Position Description

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

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: Skills, Knowledge, Education and Experience

• 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