What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grain Handling Operator position at Didion?
Grain Handling Operator Impact
The Grain Handling Operator plays a crucial role in the intake, handling, and storage of corn. This position involves managing conveyors and conveyor systems, controlling material flow, and ensuring grain quality through various methods.
This is a full time, permanent position with primary work hours being Monday - Friday, first shift (6am-2:30pm) with overtime as needed during harvest season.
Responsibilities
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The Grain Handling Operator plays a crucial role in the intake, handling, and storage of corn. This position involves managing conveyors and conveyor systems, controlling material flow, and ensuring grain quality through various methods.
This is a full time, permanent position with primary work hours being Monday - Friday, first shift (6am-2:30pm) with overtime as needed during harvest season.
Responsibilities
- Position deflector bars, gates, chutes, or spouts to direct material flow between conveyors.
- Weigh or measure materials using scales to verify tonnages and prevent overloads.
- Control equipment by manipulating valves, levers, and controls to adjust material flows.
- Record production data, equipment performance, and downtime information.
- Climbing silos up to 120 feet daily to monitor operations.
- Clean and maintain equipment, workstations, and machinery.
- Monitor operations and equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Operate elevator systems alongside conveyor systems.
- Read schedules and collaborate with supervisors on sorting and transfer procedures.
- Maintain grain quality to prevent deterioration and infestation.
- High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required; technical certificate or degree preferred.
- Experience in a grain receiving equipment environment is desired.
- Knowledge of mechanical repair and preventative maintenance of grain handling equipment.
- General computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently with critical thinking skills for maintenance tasks.
- Proficient in English communication to interact effectively with team members.
- Capable of working autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
Didion utilizes the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.