ELEVATOR OPERATOR

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

This position is responsible for all phases of corn transfer equipment operation in both the Bin Tops and the Elevator Basement to ensure corn is routed to the appropriate bins for use in the mills (Corn Mills and Masa Mills), which includes, but is not limited to, maintaining accurate bin level inventories and grain integrity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate Elevator equipment to move and store corn.
• Assist with managing corn condition and condition of corn storage equipment (bins).
• Understand daily movement of corn throughout the entire Elevator.
• Identify and communicate maintenance needs of Elevator equipment and report to Manager and/or Maintenance.
• Record stored corn quality, inventory location and storage levels.
• Prevent cross-contamination of organic/non-GMO corn with other corn in the Elevator during storage and transfer.
• Operate PIT equipment (e.g., skid steer, tractor, forklift, dump truck, etc.) as needed.
• Record all corn movement and bin levels using Vertical software.
• Complete all paperwork accurately to comply with HACCP, tracebility, FS, and quality requirements.
• Maintain excellent position regarding GMPs.
• Housekeeping responsibilities shall be maintained in Elevator area.
• Clean and prepare for monthly Fogging, not only in immediate work area, but other areas of the facility as needed.
• Adhere to the Lifeline Foods Code of Team Behavior. In that regard, this position may be expected to perform duties outside the key responsibilities.
• Responsible for Food Safety, quality and personal safety.

WORK ENVIORNMENT:

• The work environment is manufacturing.
• Frequently exposed to airborne particles (dust) and/or toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Frequently exposed to hot/cold and/or humid conditions.
• Frequently works near machinery with moving parts.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes and risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School education or equivalent is preferred, or at least 3 years of grain elevator experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic math skills required.
• Basic mechanical skills preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal customers.
• Technology proficient to include use of computers, tablets, and two-way radio communications.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion.
• Ability to read, write and speak fluently in English is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Required to sit; use hands to finger; handle, feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; speak; hear, taste and smell.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to safely work at heights over 10’, including manlifts, ladders, platforms, equipment tops, tops of railcars and scaffolding.
• Must be able to climb ladders and platforms, enter confined spaces and wear all safety equipment.
• Must be able to remain on feet for extended periods of time.