SUMMARY:

Absence of any related duties or functions in this document does not imply that incumbent may be exempt from assignments required to support production.  The primary responsibility of this position is to receive all products by truck and rail to the appropriate ingredient storage bins, tanks, or warehouse and record on receiving report.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned as production demands may require:

1. Ability to learn operation of locomotive movement of rail cars if needed.  Make and operate switches safely along with blue flag presentation.
2. Operate a forklift in a manner that complies with OSHA regulations.
3. Monitor equipment in conveying and receiving for improper operations and noises. If this occurs stop the equipment and notify maintenance and/or supervisor.
4. Visually inspect fluids daily in all pertinent equipment.
5. Ability to perform moisture tests and aflatoxin tests on corn if needed and record as required by quality control sampling schedule. 
6. Retrieve and prepare samples of all bulk products as specified by quality control..
7. Weigh all trucks and rail cars and record weights.  Report any weight discrepancies to supervision.
8. Maintain daily receiving report, keeping the report up to date at all times.
9. House keeping: keep the receiving area clean at all times and any other areas as designated by supervisor.
10. Be able to work rotating shifts including night and/or weekend work.
11. Perform and document routine daily safety inspections of work area as designated by supervisor.
12. Assist the control room operators on repairs or in relief.  Also, assist maintenance crew if needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned to support production demands as may be specified by customer or client.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

      May be required to perform other job duties as required and deemed necessary by supervisor.

      Notify supervisor of any problems with equipment and/or processes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to physically perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, sill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

      Required to stand and walk throughout the day.

      Required to hold arms in front of body infrequently throughout the period of the workday. (Arm extension may exceed 15 inches)

      Some repetitive motion with hands, wrist, and arms is required. 

      Must have good communication skills. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

      Must be able to read and write in English.

      Must be able to work different shifts, weekends, holidays, and have a flexible schedule.

      Must be able to operate all equipment with training.

      Must be able to operate equipment by computer with training. 

      Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and work at high levels.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

NONE

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

Must review and receive training in the following safety programs:

      Hot work permit procedure program

      Lockout / Tag-out procedure program

      Emergency Evacuation program

      Housekeeping program

      Safety rules

      Work rules

      Hazard communication program and chemical list

      Confined space entry procedures

      Fork lift operator training and license

TRAINING REQUIREMENT/METHODS:

All employees are required to attend employee and safety orientation prior to performing the above duties.  Once employee completes this training they will be assigned to a Supervisor who will further orient the employee to the workplace, introduce him/her to employees and other supervision, demonstrate work assignment and explain ingress and egress procedures to and from work station.  A training buddy may be assigned to new employees for a period to assist in further training and indoctrination.

TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES:

Those responsible for training and indoctrination may include:  personnel representative, safety director, supervisor, and lead workers as assigned.

METHOD OF TRACKING EMPLOYEE PROGRESS:

The supervisor is accountable for tracking employee progress and performance. 

EXIT TRAINING FOR MEASURING TRAINING EFFECTIVENESS

A specific probationary period is assigned to all employees hired to evaluate the employee effectiveness and performance.  At the end of this period the supervisor will evaluate the job performance of each new employee utilizing current forms and procedures in effect at that time.  The employee will be rated and evaluated on essential work duties listed above as well as attendance, tardiness, interaction with co-workers and management, attitudes and work actions.  Unacceptable performance of duties, disciplinary actions will be documented on corrective action reports and appropriate personnel records.  Absent any negative actions, the employee may be eligible for a wage increase according to wage and salary policies in effect at that time. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

      Awkward Postures: (Of Little Concern) Sustained or prolonged static activities (Holding arms at waist level with extension that may exceed 15 inches)       

      Forceful Exertions: (Of Little Concern) Retrieving samples of bulk product (Dry and liquid)

      Repetitive Exertions: (Of Possible Concern) Constant motion performing different jobs 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and humid conditions and moving mechanical parts.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high precarious places, extreme cold; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. 

Work is performed inside and outside with inclement weather conditions.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (List any and all personal safety or health protection equipment and gear required by either regulatory or sanitary procedures)

      Dust Mask (As needed)

      Body Harness (As needed)

      Safety Glasses (As needed)

      Ear Plugs (In designated areas)

      Head Protection (In designated areas)

      Work boots with slip-resistant soles and steel toes

SAFETY FACTORS TO BE AWARE OF:

      Insure proper operations and follow all safety rules and regulations.

      Follow all guidelines to operating fork lift, bobcat and locomotive.

      Perform Lock-out Tag-out before operating or repairing machinery

      Wear all personal protective equipment.

           EOE, including disability/vets. 

NOTE:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the daily work being performed by partners assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills or customer specifications and processes required of personnel so assigned.