Grain Mill Operator

Simplot • Mountain Home, ID

7d

About The Position

The Grain Mill Operator assists in the efficient operation of the facility. The role operates computerized inventory software to load outbound trucks, communicates with drivers and other operations personnel, provides drivers with outbound scale tickets, and generates Bills of Lading. The operator also assists Production Operators and provides backup by operating steam flakers, steam boilers, mixers, pellet mills, loaders, and other equipment to meet the production schedule and deliver product. Other duties may include answering phones, cleaning the office, and maintaining related files and supply inventory.

The position requires one or more years of experience in milling and/or grain handling operations, a one-year certificate from a college or technical school in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must hold a Weigh Master Certificate and be licensed to drive single-axle vehicles. Demonstrated proficiency with Windows-based computer applications and knowledge of safety practices for mill equipment are required; 10-key experience is desirable.

The work involves regular standing, walking, reaching, speaking or hearing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and regular lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting or moving of more than 100 pounds. The employee may encounter moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, vibration, outdoor weather, high places, wet or humid conditions, extreme heat, electrical-shock risk, and occasionally very loud noise.

Requirements

• One or more years of experience in milling and/or grain handling operations; or a one-year certificate from a college or technical school in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Weigh Master Certificate.
• Licensed driver of single-axle vehicles.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in Windows-based computer applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety procedures and practices applicable to the operation of mill equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and effectively present information in one-on-one situations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and to compute and apply rates, ratios, and percentages in practical situations.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

• 10-key skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate computerized inventory software to load outbound trucks with product.
• Communicate with drivers and other operations personnel as necessary.
• Provide drivers with outbound scale tickets and generate Bills of Lading.
• Assist Production Operators and provide necessary backup by operating steam flakers, steam boilers, mixers, pellet mills, loaders, and other equipment to meet the production schedule and deliver product.
• Perform other duties such as answering phones, cleaning the office, and maintaining related files and inventory of supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed