Meal Loadout Operator

 Brief Overview 

The Meal Loadout Operator is responsible for coordinating the loading of soy meal into trucks and train cars through an automated system. Hours of operation for this position are generally, Monday-Friday, 7am - 4pm.  Starting wage for this position is $25.00 per hour.

 Primary Responsibilities

1. Perform duties required to operate meal loadout and oil loadout in a safe and efficient manner
2. Responsible for loading of trucks and rail cars without supervision ensuring that the correct sample is taken, bagged, sealed, and tested
3. Perform safety checks to maintain the equipment in a safe and efficient operating condition
4. Accurately complete necessary paperwork required in the record keeping of the meal and oil loadout operation
5. Comply with SDSP’s Safe Quality Food (SQF) food safety program and polices
6. Maintain the designated areas to SDSP sanitation standards
7. Maintain a safe, positive work attitude
8. Communicate to Operations Manager any problems that may occur and participate in problem solving
9. Constructively train other employees and seek opportunities to cross-train to ensure a broader view of operations

Basic Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Basic math skills

· Basic computer skills including entering data into a spreadsheet and utilizing email

· Perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed to support the team and overall organizational goals.

· Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work well with others

Working Conditions

· Works on and around high structures

· Works around moving machinery

· Exposed to marked changes in temperature

· Exposed to excessive noise

· Drives motorized equipment

· Work in confined spaces

· Exposed to dust

· Occasionally exposed to fumes

Physical Requirements

Must Possess the Ability to Frequently:

· Stand, Walk

· Bend, Squat, Kneel

· Climb Ladders and Stairs

· Handle Objects

· Reach Above Shoulder Level

· Push/Pull, Carry & Lift 25 – 50 lbs.

Must Possess the Ability to Occasionally:

· Sit

· Crawl

· Use Fine Finger Movements

· Carry/Lift Over 50 lbs.