Meal Loadout Operator

South Dakota Soybean Processors•Volga, SD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Meal Loadout Operator is responsible for using an automated system for loading of soy meal and soy hulls into trucks and rail cars. The job requires a self-motivated individual with the ability to switch tasks as needed between operating a computer, moving rail cars, and managing safety and sanitation standards of controlling dust accumulation while communicating and coordinating with other departments and plant personnel. SDSP maintains a family oriented, positive environment where hard work is rewarded and each employee is valued. Employee appreciation is demonstrated through amazing benefits, competitive pay including profit sharing, company sponsored events, and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Basic math skills
Basic computer skills
Perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed to support the team and overall organizational goals.
Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work well with others
Bend, kneel, squat, stand, walk and climb ladders and stairs
Reach, push/pull above shoulder level
Frequently lift and carry 25 – 50 lbs.
Work on & around high structures & moving machinery
Exposed to marked changes in temperature & excessive noise
Exposed to dust
Occasionally exposed to fumes

Responsibilities

Perform duties required to operate meal loadout and oil loadout in a safe and efficient manner
Measure meal and hull bins with accuracy to ensure proper inventory levels and record measurements for daily records
Responsible for loading of trucks and rail cars without supervision ensuring that the correct sample is taken, bagged, sealed, and tested
Complete necessary paperwork required in the record keeping of the meal and oil loadout operation
Perform necessary safety checks to maintain the equipment in a safe and efficient operating condition
Assist the accounting department with month end inventory by taking measurements of bean, meal and hull bins
Comply with SDSP’s Safe Quality Food (SQF) food safety program and polices
Maintain the designated areas to SDSP sanitation standards
Consistently contribute to a safe, positive work attitude
Communicate to Customer Service Coordinator any problems that may occur and participate in problem solving
Constructively work as a team to cross-train and develop each other to achieve maximum potential, and gain a broader view of operations