What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operator (Woodburn, OR) position at Wilbur-Ellis Holdings, Inc.?

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Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."

Do you have experience in plant / facility production, quality control, and maintenance? Perhaps warehousing experience, including shipping and receiving? Are you willing to operate material handling equipment, including a forklift, skid steer, and other equipment? Are you self-motivated and customer-focused? If so, we'd like to hear from you!

General Purpose and Scope of Position :

Assist in all aspects of plant operations and warehouse operations duties. To include but not limited to; stocking and retrieving package and bulk containers, forklift, and general housekeeping. The role requires strong mechanical ability and aptitude. Must enjoy working with a diverse customer base in a fast-paced setting.

Key Skills and Abilities Include :

Knowledge and / or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)
Willingness to operate material handling equipment including forklift, order picker, pallet jack, and other equipment as required
Ability to repetitively bend and lift boxes and bags up to 80 lbs. while working in a non-climate controlled
Good computer, math, and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments
Willing and desire to work overtime hours during busy seasons
High School Diploma or equivalent

Key Personal Attributes Include :

Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude at all times

Enjoys and embraces a diverse / variety of job duties and responsibilities

This person should be versatile, flexible, and willing.

Detail-oriented - ability to enter data with a high level of accuracy.

Can effectively multi-task

Work and contribute to a team approach / effort with a positive attitude and outlook

Requires excellent interpersonal skills between both customers and fellow employees

Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include :

Batch Plant Operation

Properly interpret, and create seed batch sheets

Create custom fertilizer blends in the batch plant

Properly label all custom blends

Fill tanks and trucks as needed

Coordinate with dispatcher scheduling of all outgoing fertilizer deliveries

Work with the Operations Manager on awareness and management of any contaminated loads

Neatness and attention to detail on all paperwork, and seeing that it all returns to the office for processing

Daily Maintenance and Cleanliness of all plant equipment and plant

Tank Farm Operation

Manage all bulk fertilizer tanks (liquid levels, labeling, maintenance, etc.)

Coordinate with the Dispatch Department scheduling of incoming bulk fertilizer deliveries

Contribute to tank farm cleanliness and upkeep

Support waste-water management

Work within the team on the repair, maintenance, and safety issues on all tank farm equipment

Secure tank farm at the end of each day as scheduled

Ensure that all equipment and plumbing are properly maintained

Help with random sampling for fertilizer analysis accuracy

Fill containers with proper herbicide or pesticide as needed

Wear proper safety equipment per SDS sheets of chemicals being handled by an employee

Chemicals utilized at this branch require the use of a respirator in case of emergency and must be able to pass pulmonary function tests.

Make sure the tank is cleaned and ready to be filled, and ensure the integrity of containers being filled with proper testing per EPA rules

Ensure the proper weight of the tank and chemical

Make sure the tank is sealed correctly when finished

Make sure the tank is properly stickered for warnings, deposit, and tank testing

Scan bar code for tracking of tank

Load and unload bulk tankers

Utilize catch basins for spills

Monitor all tanks that are being pumped into or out of for leaks, spills, or damage

Make sure all containers are properly cleaned when done filling

Make sure all drums are put safely onto a pallet and wrapped with shrink wrap before being put into the warehouse for storage or onto the truck for delivery

Ensure the security of the Tank Farm and warehouse rooms, and all aspects of it which may include but are not limited to, locking out electrical switches and or pumps, making sure tank valves are in the closed position at the end of the day

Make sure all pumps and valves are labeled correctly, whether it be on or off, open or closed, or the correct chemical name

Report any issues with equipment to a manager right away

Other Duties

Assist with shop repair work and equipment maintenance when needed

Assist with deliveries of chemicals & fertilizers as needed

Assist with pulling orders and packaging of products for shipment

Maintain accurate inventory records, ensuring no product leaves, or enters the warehouse without the necessary paperwork

Attend product training sessions and meetings when necessary

All other duties as assigned

Compensation and Benefits :

In compliance with all states and cities that require transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $17.64 - $22.07 per hour. Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits : https : / / bit.ly / 3S8aDCj

Our Ag Retail & Wholesale business line is able to hire in the following states :

AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI, WY

Our Ag Retail & Wholesale business line is unable to hire in the following states :

AL, AK, DE, HI, KY, ME, MD, MA, NH, NY, RI, WV

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion :

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce

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