Processing Plant Technician

Beck's Superior Hybrids • Beaman, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position reports to the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager for guidance on day-to-day activities of processing, treating and packaging seed for Beck’s. Employees in this role must be available to work 2nd or 3rd shift from October through March. During the off-season, work schedules generally return to daytime hours as operational needs allow.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations.
• Must be able to successfully complete Beck’s Fork Lift training.
• Commitment to the mission of Beck’s Hybrids, specifically, to provide our customers with the best seed quality
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards
• Ability to look at situations from several points of view
• Has a positive attitude
• Demonstrates the Attitudes and Actions of Beck’s Hybrids: Integrity, Innovation, Passion, Adaptability, Teamwork, Commitment
• Ability to exercise judgment

Responsibilities

• Follow directives of the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager concerning processing products.
• Operate processing equipment in the plant.
• Operate the seed treater in the plant.
• Operate the bagging line.
• Communicate to the supervisor on any quality concerns with product.
• Report ongoing status of operations to the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager.
• Report to the supervisor on supply needs to continue operation of the plant.
• Aid in implementing and following quality control standards in the processing, treating and packaging of products in the corn plant.
• Assist in the husking, sorting, drying, discard and shelling operations.
• Assist with seed box washing activities.
• Record bagging information for the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager.
• Perform other related duties as may be required by the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager.

Benefits

• Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
• 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
• Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
• Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, Two-Hundred dollar Merchandise Allowance, & Much More

What This Job Offers

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