Production Hand

The Ag Production Hand Position will report to the Plant and/or Shift Supervisor and perform duties in an industrial hemp processing facility. Duties will include but not limited to tasks such as unloading trucks, driving a forklift and other equipment, packaging and palletizing product and general facility cleaning.

Major Duties:

• Operate and maintain straw processing system.

• Complete and follow Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Permit to Work (PTW) as needed.

• Read, interpret, Standard Operating Procedures.

• Read, interpret, and complete work orders as directed.

• Read and interpret P&ID documents when necessary.

• Ability to clean facilities and machinery to ensure work areas are free of trip and slip hazards.

• Troubleshoot and fix machinery as needed.

• Complete work individually or in team settings.

• Be a part of an on-call team and perform duties as required on a revolving schedule.

• Loading and unloading materials.

• Meet and report shift up-time and production targets.

• Cut and pull twine from bales.

• Sort bales and flakes for quality.

• Sweep chaff and process chaff as needed.

• Identify, sort and take bales out of production which do not meet quality standards.

• Perform job duties safely and efficiently.

• Assist other operators and supervisors as needed.

• Certifications within OR-OSHA safety policies are preferred.

• Ability to prioritize and maintain safe working practices and a safe working environment.

• Perform necessary good manufacturing practices.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication and writing skills.

• Be team-oriented and be able to work with a diverse team with varying backgrounds and skills.

• Forklift Operator certified.

• Demonstrated ability to learn new jobs/cross train for all positions in the fiber processing facility.

• Verbal and written communication.

• Must be detail oriented.

• High school diploma or equivalent, additional education or training a plus.

• Prior experience Operating heavy equipment and forklifts a plus.

• Basic understanding of computers and math comprehension.

• Prior manufacturing (grain or food processing) or agriculture experience a plus.

• Ability to exhibit good work habits, including attendance and punctuality.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• May require periods of travel.

• Must be willing to work extended and varied shifts.

• Must be willing and able to work in all seasons and conditions throughout the year.

• Physically able to lift items that are 50 lbs. and team lift 100 lbs.

• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold).

• Must be able to climb stairs, lift, bend, kneel frequently and stand for long periods.

• Must be able to work in confined spaces, work with heights and in a dusty environment.

Additional Duties:

• Support any other duties as assigned by supervisor/leaders.

Indian Preference Exercised:

Prairie Band, LLC is subject to Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. In accordance with Title 22, this position is designated as a TIER 2 position. Preference will be given to individuals to the extent required pursuant to Section 22-2-4(B).

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