Production Operations - Agronomy/Grain

Agtegra Cooperative•McLaughlin, SD

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About The Position

Agtegra Cooperative is seeking a motivated and skilled Operator to assist with the day-to-day operations of its Agronomy and Grain Operations team. The role involves operating equipment and machinery to support agronomy and grain handling, inspecting and maintaining facility buildings, grounds, and equipment, monitoring processing and control systems, recording data, and working with customers and colleagues to support effective facility operations. The Operator must follow applicable safety requirements and may be required to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, or different shifts.

Requirements

Diploma/GED or 0–1 year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a CDL.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
English proficiency.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to perform physical duties that may include bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and loud noise, using PPE including a respirator.
Ability to work in elevated areas four feet and above.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, or different shifts.

Nice To Haves

Experience in agriculture.

Responsibilities

Execute processes and operate machinery and equipment, including loading chemical, seed, or fertilizer for customers.
Frequently operate payloaders, skidloaders, tractors and mowers, locomotives, telehandlers, and forklifts.
Load and unload trucks and railcars and perform other grain-handling tasks, including filling or reclaiming ground piles, transferring, and blending.
Inspect facility buildings, grounds, and equipment; troubleshoot issues; perform light maintenance; and complete repair work.
Monitor equipment and control systems, process samples, and use computer systems to input and record data.
Interact with customers, peers, and management to provide customer service, improve facility operations, and promote teamwork.
Follow safety regulations, requirements, policies, and procedures, including OSHA regulations, vehicle policies, fleet safety program requirements, and DOT regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.