Grain Elevator Production Operator ($22.50+ per hour)

Company: Ceres Global Ag Corp.
Location: Shakopee
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

What we do--- Ceres Global and its subsidiaries add value across agricultural, energy and industrial supply chains through efficient sourcing, storing, transporting and marketing of high-quality agricultural commodities, value-added products and raw materials. Leveraging its network of commodity logistics centers and team of industry experts, Ceres Global connects farmers to customers around the world. - Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Ceres Global has 16 locations across Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, and Minnesota. What we need...
The Grain Elevator Production Operator's primary responsibility is work as a member of a team to safely and efficiently unload various types of commodities to and from trucks, rail cars, and buildings within the facility. -This position requires consistent outside work, exposure to the elements, and schedule flexibility. - Starting pay is $22.50+ per hour. -The hours for this position are 6am-2pm Monday - Friday and will require overtime and weekend work as necessary during certain parts of the year. -What you'd do....

• Assist with the unloading and loading of various raw grain commodities
• Perform housekeeping activities (sweeping, shoveling, cleaning)
• Assist with other general duties within the facility (general maintenance, landscaping)
• Operate railcar loading systems and equipment
• Adhere to company safety policies and watch out for the safety of others
• Understand and follow operating procedures and policies
• Ability to perform work safely and productivelyWhat you'd need...
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
  • Valid drivers license and reliable transportation to and from the facility (which is not easily accessible by public transportation)
  • Strong mechanical aptitude to learn operate and maintain: railcar & trans-loading equipment (e.g., hoses, portable conveyors, transfer pumps, portable stair systems, small to medium sized equipment)
  • Fluent in English at a level to be able to communicate with customers and colleagues as well as able to read and understand procedures and policies
  • Willingness to work outside in various weather conditions
  • Basic math skills
  • Computer skills for light data entry
  • Strong communication skills
  • Willing to work flexible hours and weekends as necessary
  • As a part of the pre-employment selection process, candidates are required to submit to and receive satisfactory results from all pre-employment criminal background, and employment verification checksPhysical Requirements:
    • Able to repetitively climb up and down railcars/ladders safely, walk up and down steps, and work at heights, sweep, and shovel grain
    • Ability to work outside, including in inclement weather
    • Can carry at least fifty (50) pounds
    • Able to stand and walk for the majority of each shift$1,000 sign on bonus paid out after 3 months of employment$1,000 retention bonus paid out after 9 months of employment****Retention bonus paid only if employee does not have any written violations#ceresglobal
      

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