Production Laborer - Fiber

Job Title: Production Laborer

Location: Fort Benton, MT

Work Schedule: This facility operates 7 days a week offering the following shifts: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm and Friday-Sunday 7:00am-7:30pm.

Pay: This is a full-time, hourly position with competitive pay based on experience, qualifications and skill level.

Position Description: The Production Laborer position will report to the Plant and or Shift Supervisor and perform duties in an industrial hemp processing facility. Duties will include but not limited to tasks such as operating and inspecting production facility equipment, unloading trucks, operating a forklift and other equipment, packaging and palletizing products, general facility/grounds cleaning and maintenance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prioritize and maintain safe working practices and a safe working environment.
• Follow GMP and SOP policies.
• Cleaning facilities, equipment, and machinery.
• Maintain work areas, isles, and grounds in a clean and tidy manner.
• Troubleshooting and repairing machinery as needed.
• Safely operate various types of lift equipment and other equipment as certified.
• Loading and unloading materials.
• Monitor processing equipment and lines for efficient operation.
• Package materials.
• Works closely with operators, technicians and supervisors
• Accepts and performs tasks assigned within specified timelines while gaining physical and technical skill sets
• Demonstrated ability to learn new jobs and cross train on positions in the oilseeds and or fiber facilities.

 Required Skills/Abilities:

• Verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem solving.
• Team oriented.
• Proactive critical thinking.
• Ability to exhibit good work habits, including attendance and punctuality.
• Must have the ability to climb stairs, lift, bend, kneel and stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, work with heights, dusty environment, and hot and cold temperatures.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent, additional education or training a plus.
• Prior experience Operating heavy equipment and forklifts a plus.
• Basic understanding of computers and math comprehension.
• Prior manufacturing (grain or food processing) or agriculture experience a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

IND HEMP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, life, disability and leave of absence plans. This position requires completion of a pre-employment drug screen, a background check and a physical assessment.

For more information or to submit your application, please visit our website www.indhemp.com.