COLUMBIA GRAIN
On Call Seasonal Warehouse Operator
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Job Details
Job Location: Hastings - Hastings, NE 68901
Position Type: On-call
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: General Labor
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, NE, 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 to "make markets" and fulfill our mission of nourishing the world, safely.
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 the flow of grain.
- 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, selects flow pipes, and selects storage tanks to convey grain into storage or for loadout.
- 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 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.
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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.
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Physical Requirements
- Must be able to move freely throughout the facility 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
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