About this role
<p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000">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.</span></span></span></p> <p> </p><p style="margin:0.05pt 0.0in 0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong><u><span style="font-size:10.0pt">SALARY RANGE:</span></u></strong><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt"> $16 - $20/hr</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.05pt 0.0in 0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.05pt 0.0in 12.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong><u><span style="font-size:10.0pt">PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT</span></u></strong></p> <p style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Responsible for a variety of general labor tasks which are required to assist in meeting internal and external customer needs. </span></p> <p style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong><u><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS</span></u></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Operate grain handling equipment, such as conveyors, augers, and elevators, to move grains throughout the facility.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Load, unload, and transport various types of grain (e.g., corn, wheat, soybeans) from trucks, trailers and trains.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ensure proper storage of grains in elevators, silos, or bins to maintain quality and prevent spoilage or contamination.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Inspect grain for quality, removing any foreign objects or damaged grains and ensuring proper sorting.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are met.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Communicate effectively with customers.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Provide exceptional customer service.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Assist with monitoring the quality of stored grains and report any issues related to pests, moisture, or other factors affecting grain quality.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Must have the ability to work from heights.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to work in various weather conditions.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Assist with loading grains for shipment to customers or processing plants, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Follow safety protocols to ensure safe handling of grains and operation of equipment, including wearing appropriate safety gear.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of grain-handling equipment and work areas to ensure operational efficiency and prevent contamination.</span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to work extended hours as business conditions warrant. </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Attends all required meetings and training programs.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Maintains an appropriate inventory of parts necessary for repairs and maintenance.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Successfully adhere to safety rules and company policies and procedures. EHS, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures must be adhered to at all times.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">All other duties as assigned.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <h1 style="margin:0.0in 228.05pt 1.0 E-4pt 0.0in;line-height:198%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><u>REQUIREMENTS</u></h1> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Requires a high school diploma, GED or related experience equivalent. Valid Driver’s License is preferred. Ability to work extended hours.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p><p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.</span></p> <p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions. </span></p> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.</span></div>