What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at JD Heiskell Holdings LLC?
Description
At JDH and each of our subsidiaries, we know that agriculture is about more than moving commodities—it’s about connecting people and building relationships that matter. Founded in 1886 and proudly family-owned for five generations, our deep roots in the industry enable us to manage grains, co-products, animal feed, and feed ingredients effectively. With an extensive transportation network, we connect supply and demand across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Asia. We are committed to delivering reliability, value, and innovation, while providing a supportive and safe workplace where our team can thrive and grow.
Summary:
Organize, perform and be able to complete the following job functions as called on by the Plant Manager.
Job Functions:
- Operate Bulk Feed manufacturing system
- Climbing ladders and working at heights on top of facility
- Perform scale weight test weekly
- Load – unload trucks in both load out area and, in the warehouse,
- Wait on customers as needed
- Ensure bulk commodities are flowing from bulk bins
- Perform daily inspections of Fork Trucks
- Perform minor maintenance on equipment including lubrication and adjustments
- Clean control room daily
- Clean mill on regular schedule
- Operate and monitor bulk receiving system
- Test incoming ingredients, ie: Corn = % moisture % BCFM, properly record results
- Unload inbound trucks as necessary
- Unload rail cars as necessary
- Insure bulk commodities are flowing into correct bulk bins
- Perform daily bin inventory and rail car inventory
- Perform daily inspect of Front End Loader
- Clean receiving shed & office daily
- Assist with any other tasks as requested or assigned by management
Requirements
Physical and Education Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
- Basic understanding of computers, math comprehension and previous plant environment is helpful
- Mechanical aptitude in prior work history.
- Must have the ability to climb ladders, lift up to 75 lbs, bend, kneel, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, work with heights, and work long hours in harsh environments (hot, cold temperatures and a dusty conditions).
- Exhibit good work habits, including excellent attendance and individual productivity
Requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, medical questionnaire and a background check.