Facility Assistant I

Viterra•Tisdale, SK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Assistant supports daily grain and special crops operations by operating processing equipment, receiving and storing product, loading railcars and trucks, and maintaining accurate documentation. This role is an important part of safe and efficient facility operations, ensuring product quality, inventory accuracy, and high levels of customer service. Through regular interaction with producers, customers, and internal teams, the Facility Assistant helps support reliable shipments and strong operational performance.

Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent.
Ability to work independently and follow established operational procedures.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts.
Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain grain processing and farm supply equipment.
A valid driver’s license may be required.
Physical ability to perform required duties within a grain or special crops facility, including good eyesight and color perception.

Nice To Haves

Previous grain and/or special crops experience is considered an asset.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Operate grain and special crops processing equipment, including binning, cleaning, drying, blending, and storing product to meet shipping requirements and quality specifications while maximizing blending opportunities.
Document and report bin mixes, collect samples, and support quality analysis activities.
Prepare, weigh, and load railcars and trucks for outbound shipments.
Prepare shipping documentation and maintain grain and/or special crops samples.
Receive and record incoming product, noting quality, damages, or shortages, and maintain inventory accuracy through regular checks and reconciliations; refer issues to Facility Assistant II as required.
Assist in evaluating grades, dockage, and moisture of grains, oilseeds, and special crops under direct supervision.
Perform routine equipment maintenance and minor repairs, and service equipment used in the movement of grain and special crops.
Maintain facility and grounds cleanliness, ensuring work areas remain tidy and free of fire hazards while following EH&S guidelines and ISO standards and procedures.
Perform other duties as required to support safe and efficient facility operations.