Grain Elevator Operator

About the role

When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – 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 our Core Four values - 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.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for assisting in the implementation of work schedules, safety programs, logistics and record keeping in conjunction with the facility manager. Performs all aspects of grain handling and facility operations.

• Weigh and grade both inbound and outbound grain and grain products proficiently in an effort to ensure all products meet SFD specifications.
• Prepares scale receipts and enters deliveries into database.
• Operate loading/unloading equipment to ship or receive grain products.
• Inspect grain facilities daily to ensure equipment maintains proper condition of stored grains.
• Help facility manager schedule logistics as they pertain to inbound and outbound grain.
• Maintain and handle inventories to maximize SFD profitability including grain movements, condition, blending of grain/grain products.
• Identify any problems or improvements and work with facility manager to find solutions.
• Deal proficiently with customers on a daily basis.
• Assist in implementing any specific work or safety programs set forth by SFD.
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Foods and Smithfield Hog Production subscribes.
• Report all environmental issues immediately to supervisor.
• Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication with grain customers.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Requirements

• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Regularly work at elevated heights.
• Rout