Material Handler

Material Handler

The Material Handler is responsible for loading dried distillers' grains, ethanol, corn oil, wet cake feed, distiller's syrup, or biomass into trucks and rail cars. Team members in this position use mechanical equipment, meters or scales as well as computers and software equipment when loading products to ensure a timely delivery and product safety. Based on training provided, the Material Handler may also complete the grading of grain products or biomass.

This is an on-site role located in Mitchell, SD. Responsibilities include:

• Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products of POET bioprocessing facilities using mechanical equipment, meters, and scales as required to ensure timely delivery of products.
• Assist with grain product or biomass and supply truck unloading functions.
• Complete the grading of grain products or biomass using training provided.
• Operate large machinery and equipment; may be required to obtain DOT certification.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Enter bins adhering to POET's confined space procedures.
• Complete HAZMAT paperwork when necessary.
• Learn, maintain and operate all processes associated with the grains operation including repair and maintenance.
• Remove, install, rebuild, lubricate and clean all equipment associated with the grains process.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks as directed.
• Be required to work outdoor, weekend, and holidays.
• Must be able to meet call-in requirements as well as work extended hours as necessary.
• Assist with running the bioprocessing facility scale house and learn required software applications.
• Work in an honest and ethical manner; maintain confidentiality on all business related matters.
• Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
• Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.
• Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET's products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.
• Since we're all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

Qualifications and skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience requirements:
• Material Handler I: No experience required.
• Material Handler II: Documented successful performance as a Material Handler I or equivalent work experience required.
• Experience and knowledge in the operation of heavy machinery, skid loaders or other associated heavy loading or material-moving equipment preferred.
• Experience in truck loading and unloading, including rail tank car and tanker truck preferred.
• DOT certification preferred.
• Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programs.

A successful candidate will have:

• High level of personal integrity
• Interpersonal skills ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to embrace and promote change
• Innovative mindset
• Ability to think objectively
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to work in a team environment

Physical requirements and work environment:

• This role has some physical requirements that our team members will need to be able to perform, such as:
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, self-contained breathing system, hazardous material suit, hearing protection, and harness.
• Working at extreme heights (approximately 150 ft), in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees Fahrenheit, both indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to use the following equipment/tools, with training provided (not all encompassing): ladders, welding equipment, press, power washers, various hand tools, shovels, forklift, dollies, pulley hoist, overhead hoist, and bandsaw.
• Continuously:
• Climb stairs
• Walk indoors and outdoors, sometimes over rough, uneven, or wet surfaces
• Frequently:
• Be in awkward back, shoulder, wrists, and hand positions
• Bend forward while standing
• Reach overhead
• Pull up to 40lbs
• Kneel and crouch for up to 15 minutes at a time
• Occasionally:
• Pull up to 95lbs, with or without assistance
• Lift and carry up to 50lbs, with or without assistance
• Grip with a force of up to 80lbs
• Sit for 15 minutes on a stool, sometimes rotation sitting
• Pinch with a force of 20lbs
• Push up to 20lbs

Due to the physical and safety-sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you'll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Culture is king at POET. We're all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren't just slogans on our walls. It's the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It's the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

Growth and development opportunities:

At POET we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member's position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.