Weigher Grader - Seasonal

Viserion Grain Company; Lake Providence (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Weekly pay during harvest

Job summary

Viserion Grain Company seeks an entry-level Grain Elevator Operator for a seasonal role. You will load, unload, and transfer grain products, operate PLCs, and help maintain equipment and facilities with emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities include weighing, sampling, documenting procedures, and assisting with housekeeping. The position offers weekly pay, overtime during harvest, and potential conversion depending on performance.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role in grain elevator operations.
• Must be able to learn and follow safety procedures.
• Basic math and documentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate the PLC and equipment for grain elevator operations.
• Weigh and sample inbound/outbound grain and grain products accurately.
• Assist with housekeeping and facility/ground maintenance as directed.
• Calibrate grain testing equipment and weighing systems; document results.
• Conduct toxin testing on grains when required and prepare samples for lab analysis.
• Maintain records and report errors or irregularities promptly.
• Learn and follow all safety and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PLC operation

Grain handling

Weighing & sampling

Safety compliance

Documentation

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grain weighing equipment

Grain handling equipment

Job description

Competitive Pay (Based On Skills And Experience)

Weekly pay and overtime opportunity during harvest

401K w/employer match, paid sick leave and paid holidays

IMPORTANT NOTE

This role is currently being offered as a seasonal position not expected to exceed four months' duration, though there is strong potential to convert to year-round employment based on performance and business needs.

This is an entry level position responsible for the operation of the grain elevator as it pertains to loading, unloading and transferring grain and grain products in an efficient, safe and sanitary manner. Also assists or leads in all other aspects of grain handling, storage, maintaining facilities/equipment and elevator operations.

• Responsible for operating the PLC and necessary equipment for operating the grain elevator.
• Responsible for the proper and accurate weighing and sampling of all inbound grain and grain products as well as all outbound grain and grain products.
• Assist in the housekeeping as related, but not limited to, the cleanliness and orderliness of the grain handling area (tunnels, head house, concrete grounds, grass areas, flag pole etc), as well as any areas within the plant or office as delegated by position supervisor.
• Responsible for the proper calibration of all grain testing equipment, conducting cross checks for grain testing equipment and weighing equipment (including truck scales) and proper documentation of such.
• Conduct applicable toxin testing on all inbound and/or outbound grain, package samples for shipment/storage and properly ship grain samples to appropriate lab as required.
• Responsible for proper operations of all grain weighing equipment, software and systems.
• Responsible for properly and accurately recording all applicable documentation and reporting any errors or irregularities.
• Responsible for developing product knowledge and how to handle any hazardous properties of products.
• Must be aware of and follow all applicable safety and environmental regulations with respect to the product you are handling.
• Compliance with all the Company's safety programs and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• One (1) year of grain industry experience is preferred.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a safety conscious environment.
• Ability to work in a quality-controlled environment.
• Regularly walk, bend and stoop.
• Regularly required to walk on catwalks at a variety of heights; up to 200 feet with appropriate safety equipment.
• Regularly climbs stairs and ladders.
• Regularly lifts up to 75 pounds.
• Regularly enters and works in confined spaces.

USD $15.00/Hr.

USD $15.00/Hr.