GRAIN TECHNICIAN-SEASONAL(HARVEST SEASON)| MORNING SUN, IA

About the role

The Grain Technician supports the daily operations of grain handling and storage facilities. This role is responsible for operating equipment, maintaining grain quality, and ensuring a safe and clean work environment. The Grain Technician works under the direction of the Grain Operations Manager to help achieve operational goals and deliver excellent service to producers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the receiving, drying, storing, and shipping of grain.
• Operate grain handling equipment such as conveyors, elevators, and dryers.
• Perform grain sampling and testing to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain accurate records of grain movement and inventory.
• Support facility housekeeping and routine maintenance tasks.
• Aid in the safe and efficient hauling of corn to and from grain facilities.
• Avoid grain bin cleanouts.
• Follow all safety protocols and report any hazards or equipment issues.
• Aid in seasonal harvest operations, including extended hours and weekend shifts.
• Provide courteous and professional service to customers and drivers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a valid driver license.
• Prior experience in agriculture or grain handling is a plus.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment operation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak seasons.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Success Factors

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety conscious.
• Quickly embrace company culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in agriculture or grain handling is a plus.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment operation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak seasons.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Quality assurance.
• Equipment operation.
• Physical labor.
• Customer service.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.

About Us

JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year. Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members. Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity. EOE, including disability/vets.