Preparation/Extraction Operator

About the role

This position loads and unloads products at a soybean crushing plant. The primary function is to ensure that these processes are operated and controlled in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with government regulations and Company standards.

Responsibilities

• Operates industrial processing equipment and completes regular checks of equipment to ensure that standard operating procedures are followed, Company standards are met and plant efficiencies are optimized.
• Works in an organized, safe and clean manner; ensures work area is kept clean and free from all safety hazards.
• Responds to equipment issues or alarms; investigates and initiates resolution.
• Ensures compliance with Company safety rules and wears proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities.
• Conducts quality control tests, enters data into the electronic data system and operates the computer control system at the plant.
• Performs inspection rounds, completes log readings, and reports safety, equipment and operational issues to supervisor.
• Collections, records and analyzes process data to optimize plant efficiencies and product quality.

Requirements

• Basic qualifications: 4 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience in the operation of skid loaders, front-end loaders and/or forklift.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Ability to operate machinery and computer systems while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety requirements, e.g., OSHA (including PSM), EPA, USDA, ISO 9000 and B-Q-9000.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights; manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing; move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more which requires bending and lifting.
• Mechanical aptitude, effective communication skills, basic math and fundamental PC skills.

Qualifications

• Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses Required: High school diploma/GED.
• Preferred qualifications: Technical degree.

Skills

• Basic qualifications: Experience in the operation of skid loaders, front-end loaders and/or forklift.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Ability to operate machinery and computer systems while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety requirements, e.g., OSHA (including PSM), EPA, USDA, ISO 9000 and B-Q-9000.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights; manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing; move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more which requires bending and lifting.
• Mechanical aptitude, effective communication skills, basic math and fundamental PC skills.
• General knowledge of oilseed processing operations.
• Equipment Used: Production machinery and operating equipment with dials, gauges and controls.
• Use of computer for entering data into electronic data system and control operating equipment.
• Use of occupational health and safety testing equipment (e.g., air monitors) in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage. 401k with Company Match.

Pay

Details of pay structure are not specified in this job posting.

Schedule

Details of shift schedule are not specified in this job posting.