Top Job Located in Tangent, OR Salary: 23.28 + Discretionary BonusPre-Commercial Seed Processing Operator - $23.28 + Discretionary BonusExpress Employment Professionals is partnering with a global seed company in search of a Pre-Commercial Seed Processing Operator.Work with a stable and growing organization with a supportive work environment and great benefits! Join the team located in the Tangent, OR seed production facility. This is a long-term direct hire opportunity.Essential Job Functions:
- Operate all seed processing equipment from initial receiving of incoming product from the fields through packaging of the finished product including cleaning equipment, gravity tables, sizing, rotary's, dryers, coloring and chemical application equipment, and packaging.
- Follow procedures, properly document cleanouts and processing steps/checks/weights, avoid contamination and ensure product is labeled correctly.
- Ensure quality and safety standards are met.
- Drive forklift to move inventory, pallets, etc.
- Train and lead seasonal processing crews in seed processing functions, make decisions in the supervisor's absence and take ownership for the product produced.
- Wear required Personal Productive Equipment (PPE) as needed and ensure PPE is used correctly.
- Cross-train in other positions to meet business demands.
- Develop and maintain respectful working relationships with all departments.
- Ensure Company Handbook, Group Standards and safety policies are followed.
- Occasionally travel and/or drive on behalf of the business.
- Meet attendance requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills
- Strong technical skills
- Ability to use warehouse management tools, including shipping via UPS and FedEx software
- MS Office intermediate proficiency
- Flexibility to work variable shifts including rotating shifts as needed.
- Able to become forklift certified
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with seed processing equipment and seed quality
- Experience with production and planning systems/tools - ERP, MES, HMI
- Strong computer skills
- Leadership and training experience
- Familiarity with proper sampling techniques
- General working and mechanical knowledge
What we offer:
- Health, dental, vision benefits
- Pension plan and 401(k) with employer match
- Flexible paid-time-off (PTO)
- Professional training and development opportunities
- An international and diverse team
#alborExpress Office: Albany 2250 Southeast 14th Avenue Suite AAlbany, OR 97322