What are the responsibilities and job description for the Processing Plant Technician position at Beck's Superior Hybrids?
As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:
- Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
- 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
- Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
- Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, $200 Merchandise Allowance, & Much More
**** This position may require working 2nd shift and other shifts as needed during the busier processing season from about September-March/April.
Responsibilities
- Follow directives of the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager concerning processing products.
- Operate processing equipment in the plant.
- Operate the seed treater in the plant.
- Operate the bagging line.
- Communicate to the supervisor on any quality concerns with product.
- Report ongoing status of operations to the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager.
- Report to the supervisor on supply needs to continue operation of the plant.
- Aid in implementing and following quality control standards in the processing, treating and packaging of products in the corn plant.
- Assist in the husking, sorting, drying, discard and shelling operations.
- Assist with seed box washing activities.
- Record bagging information for the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager.
- Perform other related duties as may be required by the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager.
Job Requirements
Education and training:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.
Technical knowledge:
- Basic mechanical skills.
- Ability to perform mathematical computations.
- Must be able to successfully complete Beck’s Fork Lift training.
Characteristics for Success:
- Commitment to the mission of Beck’s Hybrids, specifically, to provide our customers with the best seed quality
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards
- Ability to look at situations from several points of view
- Has a positive attitude
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Demonstrates the Attitudes and Actions of Beck’s Hybrids:
- Integrity
- Innovation
- Passion
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Commitment
- Ability to exercise judgment
Travel and hours of work:
- Overnight travel may be required based on project needs at Beck’s regional locations and may vary in duration of time.
Physical demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to pass respiratory medical clearance evaluation may be required.
Experience:
- None.
** In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.
