at GROWMARK, INC. in Hamel, Illinois, United States
Job Description
COMPANY: Hamel Co-op Grain Company
HIRING MANAGER: Amy Rogier
LOCATION: Hamel, IL
Hamel Co-op Grain Company is looking for someone to fill a General Operations Laborer position. It is a full time position with benefits. Will consider part time candidates if they meet the proper qualifications. Must have a Class B CDL with airbrake endorsement for full time position. The purpose for this position is to assist in daily operational duties at the facility.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
* Responsible for maintaining operations at retail supply location.
* Follows maintenance schedule of facility and equipment.
* Responsible for inventory and distribution of products.
* Drives and delivers products to company standards and to increase potential sales. Communicates sales leads to supervisor.
* Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures.
* Under appropriate supervision, applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all product labels. Records application data according to regulations and standards.
* Responsible for the inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis. Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.
* Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products. Maintains, repairs, and rebuilds equipment as needed.
* Class B CDL with airbrake endorsement
* Stocks and moves warehouse product and material.
* Assists both full-time and part-time operations personnel.
* Maintains the facility and equipment image.
* Assists in obtaining goals by improving efficiency and reducing costs.
* Provides excellent customer service.
* Works with location manager on all safety and compliance issues.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
* Follows GROWMARK's Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
* Required to drive and run local errands as needed.
* Performs all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
* Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 1 or more years of retail related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of basic business principals of inventory management and mechanics.
* Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
* Must have or be able to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification and Commercial Driver's License within first 3 months of employment.
* Must work well with others.
* Must be able to multi-task.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
* Frequently required to lift 51-70 lbs as needed.
* Frequently required to work in extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
* Frequently exposed to working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
* Will be required to work hours other than those considered "normal" to meet seasonal demands.
* Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK's policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities.
