Grain General Laborer - Stephenson Service Company - Freeport, IL
About The Position
The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good. The General Laborer supports the successful daily operations of the Pearl City facility. This role requires strong communication, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to take ownership of operational tasks. While the position provides leadership in workflow and coordination, it does not include supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
Requirements
- Strong customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational abilities.
- Strong leadership qualities appropriate for a non‑supervisory lead role.
- Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
- Ability to climb, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods
- CDL with/HAZMAT and NH3 state certification are required
Nice To Haves
- Mechanical aptitude and basic maintenance skills preferred
Responsibilities
- Safely lift, move, and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds
- Operate forklifts; must be forklift certified or willing to obtain certification
- Hold a Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, or be willing to obtain required endorsements within a specified timeframe
- Fill and handle anhydrous ammonia (NH₃) tanks in compliance with all safety regulations; must be willing to complete required training
- Assist with inventory management, including helping maintain accurate product counts and reporting discrepancies, assist with ordering as directed.
- Provide excellent customer service to customer.
- Learn and assist with basic merchant functions, including grain or product handling processes
- Perform routine facility maintenance and housekeeping, including but not limited to: Checking fire extinguishers, assisting with maintenance of NH₃ tanks, pumping out dikes, sweeping warehouse floors and maintaining clean work areas
- Maintain compliance with all safety policies and procedures
- Assist with other duties as assigned to support overall location operation.
- Communicate effectively with the BVC team, plant operations staff, and manage
- Assess situations, identify issues, and respond promptly and effectively to resolve operational challenges.
- Promote and maintain a safe working environment for all Stephenson Service team members.
- Perform operational tasks including: Mixing chemicals, Grain handling, General plant maintenance
- Utilize computer programs such as Excel, Word, and Merchant Ag to manage product and inventory data accurately.
- Take ownership of assigned plant responsibilities and ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
Benefits
- Fully funded pension
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Accident insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Disability insurance
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Identity theft protection
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
