Production Office Assistant - (Beardstown, IL)

The Maschhoffs • Beardstown, IL

2d • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will perform a combination of both administrative and production functions as needed to support farm operations. The Production Office Assistant will assist management with office operations and procedures as well as performance of day-to-day animal care activities in barn.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 1 year of experience
• Knowledge of Office Equipment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software – Excel, Word, Outlook
• Knowledge of general upkeep of euthanasia equipment
• Knowledge of Animal Husbandry skills
• Skill in verbal and written communication
• Skill in organization
• Skill in productive multi-tasking
• Skill in attention to detail
• Ability to learn and become proficient with relevant computer systems, including production record system and feed order systems
• Ability to follow complex verbal/written instructions
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate printed and digital records
• Ability to lift, push or pull 50 pounds
• Ability to handle exposure to dust, odors and noise
• Ability to stand/walk on concrete for extended periods of time
• Ability to solve problems and exercise sound judgment to make decisions
• Ability to operate independently and demonstrate initiative
• Ability to recognize workload priorities and plan effectively
• Ability to be productive in a fast-paced work environment
• Flexibility in schedule that may include limited weekends and/or holidays as needed

Responsibilities

• Assist with various clerical duties in the office including preparing site reports, farm record management and storage, semen management, completion of maintenance work orders, ordering and stocking of office and farm supplies, assisting manager with feed orders, assisting with onboarding of new employees, timely and accurate entry of various farm reporting and data corrections for piglet projections, flow, employee training, etc., and answering telephone and email correspondence.
• Perform day-to-day production activities based on sound science and best practices to ensure high-quality production of pigs including feed, water, air, and care.
• Protect worker safety, abiding by safe work habits to ensure a safe environment, and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Perform timely duties and comply with practices to protect the health of the animals, commonly referred to as bio-security practices.
• Perform housekeeping responsibilities of barn facilities, including laundry, trash removal and maintaining cleanliness of office spaces, lunchrooms and employee changing areas.
• Complete all required trainings.
• Communicate any safety or animal welfare issues to management immediately.

Benefits

• Choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan.
• Two options for dental coverage, both of which cover three main types of expenses and cover preventative care at 100%.
• Group rate vision benefits.
• Complimentary Basic Life Insurance as well as voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, at no cost to the employee.
• A traditional pre-tax 401(k) plan as well as a Roth 40(k) plan. The Company matches the first 4% of employee contributions, which is immediately vested.
• A generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full time employees.
• Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI) where payments are dependent upon several company factors/metrics.

What This Job Offers

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