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Viserion Grain

Weigher Grader - Seasonal

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.

$28,708 / year median in Louisiana

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview:
Competitive Pay (Based on skills and experience) Weekly pay and overtime opportunity during harvest 401K w/employer match, paid sick leave and paid holidays
IMPORTANT NOTE
This role is currently being offered as a seasonal position not expected to exceed four months' duration, though there is strong potential to convert to year-round employment based on performance and business needs. This is an entry level position responsible for the operation of the grain elevator as it pertains to loading, unloading and transferring grain and grain products in an efficient, safe and sanitary manner. Also assists or leads in all other aspects of grain handling, storage, maintaining facilities/equipment and elevator operations.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for operating the PLC and necessary equipment for operating the grain elevator. Responsible for the proper and accurate weighing and sampling of all inbound grain and grain products as well as all outbound grain and grain products. Assist in the housekeeping as related, but not limited to, the cleanliness and orderliness of the grain handling area (tunnels, head house, concrete grounds, grass areas, flag pole etc), as well as any areas within the plant or office as delegated by position supervisor. Responsible for the proper calibration of all grain testing equipment, conducting cross checks for grain testing equipment and weighing equipment (including truck scales) and proper documentation of such. Conduct applicable toxin testing on all inbound and/or outbound grain, package samples for shipment/storage and properly ship grain samples to appropriate lab as required. Responsible for proper operations of all grain weighing equipment, software and systems. Responsible for properly and accurately recording all applicable documentation and reporting any errors or irregularities. Responsible for developing product knowledge and how to handle any hazardous properties of products. Must be aware of and follow all applicable safety and environmental regulations with respect to the product you are handling. Compliance with all the Company's safety programs and policies. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred. One (1) year of grain industry experience is preferred.
Skills:
Basic written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a safety conscious environment. Ability to work in a quality-controlled environment.
Physical Requirments:
Regularly walk, bend and stoop. Regularly required to walk on catwalks at a variety of heights; up to 200 feet with appropriate safety equipment. Regularly climbs stairs and ladders. Regularly lifts up to 75 pounds. Regularly enters and works in confined spaces.
Compensation Min:
USD $15.00/Hr.
Compensation Max:
USD $15.00/Hr.