Conditioning Tower Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Conditioning Operator: Hastings, Minnesota

Our customer in Hastings, Minnesota is seeking motivated individuals to join their team. We're recruiting Conditioning Operators to work full-time on 1st shift. As a Conditioning Operator, you will work closely with the Conditioning Supervisor and Plant Operations Manager to ensure that all conditioning runs meet customer quality requirements, while also attempting to maximize the total number of units bagged from each run.

Responsibilities of the Conditioning Operator:

• Performing work activities safely and in compliance with company QMS program.
• Operating seed conditioning equipment according to instructions.
• Performing QMS QC checks and documenting results accurately.
• Thoroughly cleaning all equipment between conditioning runs to maintain product integrity.
• Assisting with tower maintenance activities.
• Ensuring product integrity through cleaning between conditioning runs and when transferring seed into processing tower.
• Operating tower to minimize bagger downtime due to lack of seed to package.
• Accurate completion of all conditioning records.
• Performing preseason maintenance to prevent downtime during conditioning season.
• Being flexible in assisting in other areas of the location as needs arise.
• Maintaining a neat, clean, and organized work area.

Conditioning Operator Requirements and Qualifications:

• A positive communicator who works well with others.
• Someone who follows safety and quality guidelines like second nature.
• Experience with conditioning/maintenance is great but not required.
• Able to work independently and stay on track.
• Must pass a background check and drug test.

Pay for Conditioning Operator: $17/hr. - $19/hr.

Conditioning Operator Benefits:

• 15 days of PTO (plus paid holidays).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401k with company match + profit sharing.
• Ongoing learning and skills training.
• A supportive team and a job where your work really matters.

Type: 1st Shift, Full-time

Schedule: Monday - Friday. Typical hours are 7:00am - 3:30pm. During busy season (September - March), shift will extend to 10-12 hours depending on position (hours would be 6:00am - 4:30pm or 8:30am - 6:00pm).

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