Grain Bagger - TEMP/SEASONAL
When you join Smithfield, you become part of a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities, and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability, and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute, and make a real impact.
About the role
This position is responsible for the operation of the grain bagging machines during harvest season, operation of the grain bag extractors during off harvest season, and preventive and corrective maintenance on all equipment.
Responsibilities
- Bag corn, wheat, and soybeans at harvest in a timely, cost-efficient manner.
- Reclaim corn, wheat, and soybeans when procurement and mill need bushels.
- Quality control of bagged bushels.
- Accountable for grain and soybean shrinkage related to bagging/reclaimed grain and soybeans.
- Operate bagging/reclaiming equipment in a safe productive manner.
- Perform regular preventative maintenance on bagging/reclaiming equipment.
- Interact and communicate with farmers and drivers selling and delivering grain.
- Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Foods subscribes.
- Comply with all EMS, IPS, and Animal Well-Being Policies and Procedures.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Agriculture/Mechanical experience preferred.
- Able to operate tractor, auger, and conveyor.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.
Pay
Starting pay: $25.00/hour.