SCALE HOUSE OPERATOR - DAY SHIFT (7345)

LIFELINE FOODS LLC•Saint Joseph, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position reports to the Commodity Risk Manager with the explicit responsibility for operating the grain scale(s) and computer system while being proficient with LifeLine Foods and ethanol products applications. The role involves operating grain scales, maintaining customer service, operating the Kice automation system, grading incoming corn, assisting Elevator department personnel, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. The operator is also responsible for notifying management of grain inventory discrepancies, operating Elevator equipment for corn movement and storage, managing corn condition, identifying maintenance needs, recording corn quality and inventory, preventing cross-contamination, operating PIT equipment, using Vertical software for truck tickets, completing accurate paperwork for compliance, maintaining GMPs, and preparing for monthly fogging. This position is responsible for Food Safety, quality, and personal safety.

Requirements

High School education or equivalent is preferred, or at least 3 years of grain elevator experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
Basic math skills required.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.
Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal customers.
Technology proficient to include use of computers, tablets, and two-way radio communications.
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion.
Ability to read, write and speak fluently in English is required.

Nice To Haves

High School education or equivalent is preferred
Basic mechanical skills preferred

Responsibilities

Operate grain scale and maintain customer service with external customers/producers.
Operate Kice automation system to select bins, start drags and Pit 1 for daily truck deliveries.
Complete grading of all incoming corn.
Assist other personnel as needed in the Elevator department.
Maintain a clean and organized work area including cleanliness, serviceability, and accountability of all tools, equipment, and supplies.
Immediately notify the Commodity Risk Manager, or appropriate management member, of any discrepancies in grain inventory.
Operate Elevator equipment to move and store corn.
Assist with managing corn condition and condition of corn storage equipment (bins).
Understand daily movement of corn throughout the entire Elevator.
Identify and communicate maintenance needs of Elevator equipment and report to Manager and/or Maintenance.
Record stored corn quality, inventory location and storage levels.
Prevent cross-contamination of organic/non-GMO and white corn with other corn in the Elevator during storage and transfer.
Operate PIT equipment (e.g., skid steer, tractor, forklift, etc.) as needed.
Use Vertical software to capture weight and corn quality specifications to create truck tickets.
Complete all paperwork accurately to comply with HACCP, tracebility, FS, and quality requirements.
Maintain excellent position regarding GMPs.
Clean and prepare for monthly Fogging, not only in immediate work area, but other areas of the facility as needed.
Adhere to the Lifeline Foods Code of Team Behavior.
Responsible for Food Safety, quality and personal safety.