at GROWMARK, INC. in Ottawa, Illinois, United States
Job Description
The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably.FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT
Leads and assists in the efficient bagging of turf materials in a safe manner. Schedules and performs equipment repairs in response to requests from location manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Leads bagging line team in a safe and effective management of all production processes.
Subject matter expert in the utilization and implementation of all plant equipment, materials, and products.
Collecting merchandise from bagging area and safely transporting materials to the shipping bay.
Receiving and documenting material for delivery or return.
Keeping an inventory of all materials and merchandise entering or exiting the warehouse.
Provide a daily condition report of equipment, facilities and inventories.
Identifying any missing, lost or damaged materials or merchandise and immediately notify the supervisor.
Ensuring that all the materials and merchandise are safely and securely packed and labeled for shipping.
Managing all materials and merchandise with appropriate care.
Understand and utilize automated bagging systems and related robotics.
Schedules maintenance and repairs of equipment as requested.
Maintains an appropriate inventory of parts necessary for repairs and maintenance.
Maintains service records of each piece of equipment to document a quality maintenance program.
Responsible for housekeeping of the work area.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
May be required to provide backup to drivers in the Energy and Crops Departments.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Normally requires a high school diploma, or the equivalent thereof, and 5 years or more of related work experience.
Required skills may include fabrication, cutting, welding and hydraulic troubleshooting/repair.
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
Normally requires an acceptable CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements.
Frequently exposed or required to:
Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
Noisy conditions
Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
May be required to work at varying heights
Confined spaces
Lift 51-70 pounds
Required to push heavy objects
Ability to work extended hours.
Ability to travel independently and overnight.
The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably.FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.
We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities.
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