Grain Associate

Heritage Cooperative is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Grain Associate. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and safe operation of our grain handling equipment and facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with preventative maintenance on all plant equipment to optimize efficiency and extend the lifespan of our assets.
• Complete required records and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Exhibit a positive and polite attitude in all interactions with colleagues, customers, and visitors.
• Fulfill customer orders with precision and speed.
• Maintain equipment and facilities in a clean, safe, and environmentally sound condition.
• Operate machinery such as forklifts to load out product in a safe and efficient manner.
• Run receiving systems and equipment to receive product in a safe and efficient manner.
• Abide by all safety regulations to ensure the safety of yourself, colleagues, and customers.
• Complete filing needs, inventory counts, and data entry tasks.
• Complete invoicing and sales for the office location.
• Conduct vomitoxin tests and grain grading.
• Perform grain settlements.
• Weigh and catalog product and grain loads.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Fundamental mechanical skills.
• Ability to frequently stand and/or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently lift heavy objects no more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally crawl, stoop, kneel, climb, or balance.
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed.
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions.
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Valid Driver License with an acceptable driving record.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous industry experience.

Work Authorization:

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Heritage Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Heritage Cooperative complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Heritage Cooperative expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Heritage Cooperative's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.