Grain Receiver Loader

Business Unit Overview 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and nut trail mixes to retail, foodservice and ingredient customers. The company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings' private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. ("THL"), a private equity firm. Responsibilities Dakota Grower's started out as a grower-owned cooperative built by farmers in the early 1990s and today we are the third largest pasta manufacturer in North America. Our entrepreneurial spirit drives our innovative culture and passion to bring premium quality pasta to your table. At Dakota Growers, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging and inspiring environment in one of our state-of-the-art food manufacturing facilities. Our employees' well-being comes first. That's why we offer excellent wages and a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation and holidays, healthcare, dental and vision insurance, short-/long-term disability, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) with up to 6% company match, and annual incentives. Position Summary: The Grain Receiver/Loader role works inside and outside of the facility assisting with shipping/receiving mill products. This role operates mobile powered equipment to move railcars and transfer production into our manufacturing operations. Wednesday - Saturday 8AM-8PM Duties and Responsibilities: Operates computer-based grain system to create outbound/inbound scale tickets Unloads durum wheat from truck/rail car into pre-designated bin Operates track mobile and pay loader according to DGPC policy while maintaining logbooks Loads finished product/by-product into either truck or rail car Handle and apply pesticides and fumigants according to State & Federal regulations keeping accurate records on fumigation and Inspection logs Aids mill personnel with preventive maintenance and sifter repair Samples probing of durum wheat and delivers samples to lab Maintains Master Sanitation Schedule and HACCP documentation for receiving/load out and tunnel area Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation Other duties, as assigned Education and Experience Required: Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution Must be able to acquire and maintain fumigation license within required timeframes Must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to deal with multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation: Must be able to sit for 3+ hours per shift Must be able to reach above shoulders for 3+ hours per shift Must be able to climb and work on and off a ladder for 3+ hours per shift Must be able to work in small/confined spaces for 3+ hours per shift Must be able to perform fine manipulation and feeling for 3+ hours per shift Must be able to bend, crouch, kneel and stoop for 6+ hours per shift Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds for 6+ hours per shift Must be able to work in a dusty environment for 6+ hours per shift Must be able to work in high heat/humidity for 3+ hours per shift Must be able to work outside in conditions ranging from -15 degrees F to 100 degrees F Must be able to operate foot pedals for 6+ hours per shift Must be able to lift up-to 100 pounds with team assistance or mechanical lifting devices for 1 hour per shift Must be able to do simple grasping, push, and pull for 6+ hours per shift Must be able to lift-up to 10 pounds for 8+ hours per shift Must be able to balance, stand and walk for 8+ hour per shift Must be able to work at heights of 55 feet, as needed Must be able to wear a respirator, as needed Must be able to distinguish objects and equipment visually, and express or exchange ideas by spoken or written word