Bulk Plant Loader (Day Shift 6:30am-6:30pm)

Ardent Mills insists on hiring talented individuals looking to cross-train in multiple areas within the Mill operation. The Bulk Plant Loader reports to the Production Manager and will be expected to carry out all activities with reliability, integrity, compliance in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform as lead person as needed.
• Must be a self-starter and work as a team player.
• Responsible for understanding and following all personnel and equipment safety policies; all GMP, HACCP, Sanitation policies; following all Business Unit policies and procedures.
• Must be trained in the performance of Preventative Maintenance.
• Understand written customer specifications and blend flour to meet customer specifications.
• Analyze flour with lab instruments. Safely operate lab analytical instruments.
• Enter data into plant control system for record keeping. Create COA as needed.
• Must have good communication skills for interaction with CSR’s, truck drivers, railroad switch crew, and all other employees.
• Be available for overtime as required for daily and weekend operations of the plant.
• Assist in operations on an as-needed basis as directed by the Production Supervisor.
• Actively participate in department meetings and facility teams relating to the improvement of plant safety, quality, innovation, and efficiency.
• Perform any tasks reasonably assigned.

Requirements

• Follow verbal and written instructions (English).
• Communicate with peers and supervisors (English).
• Basic computer skills and have the ability to learn new software for production.
• One year operating mobile equipment including forklift, bobcat, or Track Mobile; will train, as needed.
• Must be willing to accept accountability and work well in a team.
• Must be willing to get cross-trained in at least one other position for development within the facility and to provide any relief duties as needed.
• Must be willing to work assigned shifts, weekends, holidays, and opposing shifts as needed.
• Team members must be clean-shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ascend and descend stairs throughout the facility.
• Climb ladders (both step and extension).
• Wear required Personal Proteive Equipment.
• Able to work in a dusty environment and wear respiratory protection.

Pay

The starting range for this position is $23.61 - $25.61 per hour. Additionally, team members are incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results achieved. The targeted bonus for this role is 5% annual.

Schedule

Day Shift: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
• Life and Disability Programs
• Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)

Location: 905 West Marion Street, Lake City, MN, 55041

Employment Type: Full time