Production (Grain Handler)

Job Description:

Position Summary
The Grain Handler is responsible for daily grain production including but not limited to grain receiving, conditioning, and storage for both outside and plant production in accordance with the Company’s policies and procedures. The position functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Probe grain bins, test production samples, and format corresponding reports to management.
• Operate equipment necessary to transfer popcorn from grain bins into the plant.
• Complete the necessary paperwork related to incoming material, production inspection, and bills of lading.
• Learn and follow production schedule set for fulfilling customer orders.
• Maintain supplies for plant production.
• Assist with fumigations of grain bins.
• Monitor facility for any food safety, quality issues, or occupational safety concerns.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work area always.
• Follow all policies and procedures on safety, cleanliness, and BRC/FDA regulations.
• Assist in other areas of plant operations as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Understanding of grain handling equipment
• Understanding of food safety and quality guidelines
• Able to handle multiple tasks
• Able to read and follow the shipping schedule
• Ability to operate Powered Industrial Trucks
• Ability to climb grain bins
• Ability to communicate in English, both spoken and written
• Ability to lift in excess of 50 pounds throughout an 8 hour shift
• Ability to lift above shoulder level
• Ability to bend, stoop, and twist
• Ability to tolerate fluctuating seasonal temperature conditions
• Must be able to stand for 8-12 hours a day with adequate breaks

Physical setting

• Primarily outside year round
• Extended hour during annual harvest, September to November.
• Entering grain bins regularly while abiding by thorough safety procedures.

Preferred Popcorn has worked to become a worldwide leader in the popcorn industry. We are a family-oriented company founded on the values of farming, integrity, quality, and innovation. Preferred Popcorn operates as a division of Mountain Manufacturing, a segment of Performance Food Group, Inc.

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Qualification:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• 1-2 years agriculture experience
• Demonstrated ability or equivalent experience in operating agriculture equipment, including tractor, auger, grain bin sweep elevator conveyor, skid steer, box scraper, mower.

Company description

Start-to-finish manufacturing, packing, and distribution of best-in-class, grab-and-go items to drive growth to a customer’s bottom line — this is the dynamic and delicious world of Mountain Manufacturing. With the latest array of in-house manufactured food, snack, and beverage offerings, customers can choose products from a family of name brands or create their own custom-made, private label products to stand out in the market.

Awards and Accolades

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.