Soybean Processing Plant - Process Operator

Bartlett • Cherryvale, KS

2d • $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 These operator will work a 12 hour shift in a ‘4 days on, 4 days off’ pattern. They will rotate between 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am every 2 months. 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
• 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
• This job can be physically strenuous
• You will be expected to be able to work in tight and confined spaces
• You will work at heights
• You will need the ability to frequently lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally more
• This job will require the ability to ascend/descend ladders
• You will be required to wear PPE

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED