Soybean Extraction Operator

Consolidated Grain and Barge•Casselton, ND

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role performs tasks related to extraction operations at a soybean processing location. The operator monitors assigned equipment, takes and analyzes samples, makes process adjustments to maintain daily operating parameters, and supports quality, safety, housekeeping, and security. The role also involves recording operational information, reporting equipment issues, following operating and emergency procedures, and helping with other plant operations or maintenance when urgent needs arise. The operator participates in the company’s Safety, Food Safety, and Quality programs and complies with OSHA, company safety, and environmental requirements, including the use of task-appropriate personal protective equipment. The position requires work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including extreme weather, high-dust areas, confined spaces, and elevated heights. Rotating shifts, overtime, extended hours, weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts may be required as needed. Travel of up to 5% may be required, including off-site training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must pass the Extraction Qualifying Test.
Basic computer skills.
Basic mechanical skills and aptitude.
Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with people at all organizational levels and outside the organization.
Ability to maintain a focus on internal and external customer service.
Ability to perform duties safely and securely, without posing harm to oneself or others.
Ability to understand operating and emergency procedures and complete required documentation.
Ability to follow directions, interpret oral and written instructions, use logical thought processes, and troubleshoot problems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned tasks.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds daily and 60 pounds occasionally; request assistance for items over 60 pounds.
Ability to repeatedly climb ladders or stairs to significant elevations, including climbing at least 30 feet before resting and reaching heights up to 120 feet; able to use a 300-pound-rated ladder regularly and work at heights over 100 feet.
Ability to wear required safety equipment and meet applicable PFT and fit-testing requirements.
Ability to grasp and reach constantly or continuously.
Ability to communicate verbally in person and over a two-way radio, and understand written instructions.
Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather, in confined spaces, around deep water, and in high-dust environments.
Ability to work the entire normally scheduled shift, including rotating shifts, and overtime when necessary; able to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts as needed.
Visual acuity sufficient for machine operation and mechanical or skilled-trade tasks.

Responsibilities

Participate in company Safety, Food Safety, and Quality programs and attend daily pre-shift meetings.
Perform duties in compliance with OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations, including wearing appropriate PPE.
Monitor processes and make adjustments as needed to maintain daily operating parameters; communicate adjustments or reasons parameters cannot be met to the Team Leader.
Record adjustments, changes, and issues in the daily Extraction Logbook, and review entries from previous shifts.
Complete documentation and daily log sheets accurately, legibly, and on time, including readings outside normal parameters.
Perform laboratory analysis on samples, record readings, report crush rates and sample results, and work toward required results.
Monitor processing equipment and report mechanical issues.
Understand and follow operating and emergency procedures.
Process non-GMO beans without contaminating them with GMO beans.
Work with management on process safety, understand Preventive Safety Management (PSM), review Management of Changes (MOC), and communicate concerns to management.
Maintain housekeeping in the extraction area and maintain security while performing duties.
Assist with operations or maintenance in any or all parts of the plant when an imminent or urgent issue arises.
Perform other duties as assigned.