Blend Plant Operator

AURORA COOPERATIVE ELEVATOR COMPANY • Concordia, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT: Responsible for all loading and blending operations at the location level.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Math skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to include specific and detailed information pertinent to location manager, area manager, sales team, operations team or customers.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Able to work seasonal hours that require overtime and weekends to accomplish work goals indoors and outdoors.
• Able to move/lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to demonstrate/operate a forklift and skid steer safely

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or further education beneficial

Responsibilities

• Operation of Computer controlled liquid loading system
• Operation of manual and air-actuated valve loading systems
• Knowledge of fertilizer analysis and ability to create blends to meet customer needs
• Inventory management and communication
• Knowledge of Crop Protection products and their ability to mix with fertilizer products
• Skid Steer operation and loading responsibility in the dry plant
• Maintenance and care of all facilities and equipment within the plant
• Management of work orders to efficiently complete jobs for customers
• Assist other departments or location as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Medical (PPO & High-Deductible plans), Dental, & Vision insurance
• Flexible/HSA Spending Plans
• Life Insurance
• 401K Plan with match
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• EAP
• Cancer Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, & Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees