General Utility Person/ Assistant Machine Operator

General Utility Person / Cleaning Asst. Machine Operator

Stuttgart Rice Division, Packaging Department

2 Positions 7a - 5p Regular work schedule is M-F with some extended daily hours and weekend work possible.

Hours worked from 5pm - 6am Monday – Thursday will receive a 15% shift premium. 

Hours worked on from 5pm Friday – 6am Monday will receive a 15% shift premium.

Riceland Overview

Riceland Foods and its family farmers have provided the world with wholesome, nutritious rice since 1921. Grown in the United States, our rice is known for its high quality and versatility, and that's why Riceland has become a trusted brand around the globe. Riceland is a cooperative, which means we are owned by our 5,500 family farmer members who are also our stockholders and growers.

Company Mission Statement

Riceland, a farmer owned cooperative, helps farmers feed the world, sustainably.

Job Summary:          

Responsible for measuring packing room bins, cleaning magnets, transferring rice to other areas, daily / weekly cleaning and the general sanitation and housekeeping of work area from 3rd floor to 7th floor and for some   operator-type equipment maintenance. 

Operates equipment in department and relieves or fills in for operators in the absence of regular operator, cleans and maintains work areas and makes minor repairs requiring use of hand tools.

Must be able to work standing up, climb ladders, work at heights or in tight spaces, follow both written and verbal instructions. 

Stacker Positions must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. frequently during shift. 

Any other duties assigned by manager.

Education Requirements

One year certificate from college or technical school; or High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Company Benefits and Incentives

     Medical insurance with low premiums

     Free dental with medical insurance enrollment

     Vision insurance with low premiums

     Free basic life insurance, up to 3x basic annual earnings

     Voluntary term life (rates depends on the age and salary of the employee)

     Long term disability

     Free short-term disability

     Accident insurance, for unexpected healthcare expenses due to accidents

     Employee Assistance Program

     Critical illness insurance

     401 K with company match 4% of an employee's 5%

     Paid training programs

     PTO & Paid Holidays

Riceland Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Riceland Foods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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.