Grain Elevator Technician

通用磨坊股份有限公司•Carlisle, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At our Avon Mill, we produce 50 lb. bags of flour that are distributed to restaurants, cruise ships, hotels, schools, as well as Betty Crocker dry mix pouches. Our plant is unique in that we have two product platforms: flour and dry mixes. The flour we produce is integrated into our Betty Crocker mixes. We are a small plant with a great culture where you will get to know the people you work with. Fun facts about Avon are that we produce an average of 1.1 million pounds of flour a day and about 100 million Betty Crocker pouches a year. When making our chocolate chip cookie mix, around 2000 lbs of chocolate is added per hour to the packaging line!

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
Mechanical and/or technical experience in a manufacturing or related industry
Basic computer skills with the ability to use digital tools and systems to complete daily work tasks
Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods
Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions
Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards
Ability to wear such as protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment -PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)
Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergens
Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

Nice To Haves

Prior milling or grain elevator experience is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of grain elevator activities, including grain receiving, storage, blending, inventory management, equipment operation and maintenance, food safety compliance, and facility upkeep.
Receive, store, blend, and manage grain inventories, ensuring accurate tracking, grading, and movement of inbound and outbound grain.
Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot grain handling equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations while minimizing downtime.
Execute preventive maintenance programs, perform routine repairs within training and skill level, and document maintenance activities.
Provide technical support and leadership for equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and contractor or maintenance work within the department.
Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and overall condition of grain elevator facilities, including buildings, grounds, and equipment areas.
Execute and document all required HACCP and food safety processes to ensure regulatory and company compliance.
Crosstrain and support all grain elevator operations, including covering open positions and assisting maintenance activities as needed.
Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
Assist in training new employees