Packers and Packagers, Hand

Participate in the inspection, grading, sorting, and storage of crops, Grade and sort products according to

factors such as color, species, length, width, appearance, feel, smell, and quality to ensure correct

processing and usage. Operate and monitor grain conditioning equipment to ensure efficient and safe

conditioning of grain to meet quality standards. Operate fans and dryers to condition grain and achieve

highest possible grade while maintaining acceptable moisture levels. Load hoppers to feed machines with

products, using forklifts, suction gates, shovels, pitchforks and other equipment. Place products in

containers according to grade. Weigh products or estimate their weight, visually or by feel. Discard inferior

or defective products or foreign matter, and place acceptable products in containers for further processing

and shipping. Guide products to regulate flow through machines, and to discard diseased or rotten

products. monitor and report grain moisture and grades. Maintain a clean and organized work

environment, including cleaning conditioning equipment, storage areas, and surrounding facilities. Remove

snow from work areas as needed. Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working

environment for yourself and the team. Load semi’s with hopper bottom trailers drive and deliver grain to

terminals using semi-trucks. Feed livestock and monitor food supplies such as filling feeders, mineral and

hay. Mix feed, additives, and medicines in prescribed portions. Drive trucks, tractors, and other equipment

to distribute feed to animals. Examine animals to detect illness, injury, or disease, and to check physical

characteristics, such as rate of weight gain. Provide medical treatment, such as administering

medications and vaccinations, Mark livestock to identify ownership and grade, using brands, tags, paint, or

tattoos. Must speak and understand English.

Requirements: 2 months of experience. Two (2) months of recent and verifiable experience required for the job duties listed. Must be able to obtain appropriate drivers license following hire and obtain clean driving record. Be able to lift up to 80 lbs. Once hired, worker may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to the worker. Testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment.