Soybean Processing Plant - Process Operator

Savage•Cherryvale, KS

3d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

Process Operator I is an entry-level role designed to introduce Team Members to the dynamic crush plant environment and learning to provide hands-on support to daily operations The duties of this hands-on job will include cracking, heating and flaking soybeans to prepare it for extraction of the oil inside. Once the oil is extracted, it will be refined, depending on the intended end use of the product. This multi-step process will be done by operating state-of-the-art machinery. While many of these processes will be automated, each operator must be highly trained to monitor the process and make adjustments to ensure maximum yield.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Experience in a processing plant, refinery, mill, or elevator is preferred
Available to work off hours and weekends
For safety reasons, must be able to read, write, understand and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English
Professional demeanor (safety conscious, quality of job performance, cleanliness, and verbal communications)
Able to pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Experience in a processing plant, refinery, mill, or elevator is preferred

Responsibilities

Follow all safety policies and procedures, actively contributing to a strong safety culture.
Housekeeping duties which include sampling, equipment greasing duties
Knowledgeable and compliant with all GMP standards
Complete Operations Trainings which include sampling standards
Operate and monitor equipment and control systems in designated areas such as preparation, refinery, extraction, and grain drying.
Conduct routine sampling, input data into computer systems, and monitor processing to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Complete training in all federal, state and local, food safety and health regulations
Inspect facility buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify issues, perform light maintenance, and complete minor repairs.
Collaborate with team members and supervisors to support continuous improvement and maintain a team-oriented work environment.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Perform other duties assigned to support overall plant operation Process Operators will be cross trained to perform a variety of tasks.

Benefits

Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401(k) with match
Uniforms provided
PPE provided by the company
Boot reimbursement
Cold weather clothing reimbursement
A culture of safety
Uniform Services Time Off (USTO)
Uniform Services Differential Pay
A culture that appreciates Team Members
Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with match.
Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.