Scale/Receiving Operator

Description:

The Receiving/Scale Operator works on a small team that receives inbound loads through a process of weighing, sampling, grading, documenting, and unloading. Headquartered in Volga, SD, SDSP maintains a collaborative team environment where each employee’s contribution and strong work ethic is valued. Employee appreciation is demonstrated through exceptional benefits including profit sharing, company sponsored events, and career development opportunities.

• Greet customers in a friendly, professional manner while directing the flow of incoming/outgoing traffic.
  
• Perform all duties required to properly weigh incoming/outgoing trucks, including operating hydraulic probe, reading and recording data manually and electronically utilizing a computer system and industry specific software.
  
• Accurately complete all documents required for marketing and accounting departments.
  
• Perform the necessary safety checks to maintain the scale/receiving equipment is in safe and efficient operating condition.
  
• Maintain sanitary standards throughout the receiving bay, probe shack, library, and the grounds around receiving.
  
• Conduct a weekly walk-thru of all receiving conveyance equipment on top of bins.
  
• Rotate every other month in assisting with Month End Inventory. (This also includes the meal silos.)
  
• Communicate any problems that may occur and participate in problem solving.
  
• Comply with SDSP�s Safe Quality Food (SQF) food safety program and polices.
  
• Perform duties outside normal responsibilities to support the team and overall organizational goals.
  
• Be available to work a flexing schedule that accommodates the changing business need, including an extended harvest schedule.
  
• Be a good steward of company resources.
  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
  
• Basic math skills
  
• Basic computer skills include 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.
  

Requirements:

• Bend . Squat . Climb Ladders and Stairs
  
• Kneel . Stand . Walk
  
• Handle Objects . Reach Above Shoulder Level . Push/Pull
  
• Carry/Lift 25 - 50 lbs.
  

• Sit
  
• Crawl
  
• Use Fine Finger Movements
  
• Carry/Lift Over 50 lbs.
  

• Work on & around high structures & confined spaces
  
• Work around moving machinery
  
• Drive mobile equipment
  
• Occasionally exposed to fumes, dust, and excessive noise
  
• May be exposed to marked changes in temperature