Plant Operations Crew Member - 1st Shift

Furst-McNess Company is looking to add a full-time Plant Operations Crew Member at our Montezuma, GA location.

Starting Pay: Compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process

Pay Type: Hourly rate with overtime pay, paid bi-weekly

Work Setting: Onsite, working in both outdoor plant operations and indoor production/warehouse environments

Core Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm (with available overtime as needed)

Work Location: 261 Hamilton Rd, Montezuma, GA 31063

Benefit Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below.

Position Summary

The Plant Operator is responsible for safely handling, loading, unloading, and moving bulk and packaged materials throughout the facility. This position primarily works in outdoor plant operations and may also support warehouse, production, maintenance, and general facility activities as needed. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and comfortable operating equipment

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload railcars, trucks, and other bulk material shipments
• May operate pallet jack, forklifts, loaders, skid steers, or other material handling equipment
• Assist with warehouse, production, and manufacturing operations as needed
• Perform routine inspections and report equipment maintenance or repair needs
• Maintain accurate weights, measurements, samples, and production records as required
• Follow all company safety policies, operating procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment through routine housekeeping activities
• Support preventive maintenance, repairs, and general facility upkeep
• Communicate inventory, material, and operational needs to supervisor(s)
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, general labor, or related experience is preferred
• Experience operating industrial equipment, or willingness to learn and operate equipment safely
• Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification with company support
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic math calculations
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork
• Effective teamwork, communication, and reliability skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Willingness and ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the year
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., work at heights, and perform physical tasks in an industrial environment
  
  

About Furst-McNess Company

For more than a century, Furst-McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “Doing What’s Right” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at https://www.mcness.com/

• Locations: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada.
  
  

Our Culture

At Furst-McNess, we strive to:

• Understand that being great is a choice
• Never settle for average or “good enough”
• Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers better
• Work as a team
• Value and respect one another
• Earn trust through our actions
• Act in a safe and professional manner at all times
• Conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity
• Deliver on the commitments we make
• Invest in our professional and personal development
• Maintain a positive work environment that promotes success
• Have fun and celebrate our successes
  
  

Benefit Package Summary

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays
• 100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents
• Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually
• Safety Boot Reimbursement
• PPE provided