Weighing and Grading Operator

Summary

Perdue AgriBusiness has an opening for a Weighing & Grading Operator in Church Hill, MD.  This position will be responsible for weighing, obtaining, preparing, testing and grading grain samples from inbound and outbound shipments. Other duties include responding to customers regarding account information and performing housekeeping in work area and other areas of the grain facility as required. 

This position has a target wage of $15.60 - $23.40 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available.

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect grain samples using automated or manual grain probe and other equipment as required.
• Inspect and test grain for all factors per requirements and procedures.
• Provide weighing of inbound and outbound grain shipments per requirements and procedures.
• Complete grain data entry forms and documentation per requirements and procedures.
• Maintain proper set-up, inspection, and calibration of grain testing and weighing equipment per requirements and procedures
• Provide customer support to include answering telephones, working with customers on account information, and making edits.
• Maintain housekeeping in work area and perform housekeeping in other areas throughout the grain facility
• Perform all work within the safety guidelines established by local, state, and federal agencies as well as company policies.

Minimum Education

• High School or equivalent

Experience Requirements

• 0 to 3 years of experience.
• Knowledge of standard software applications, such as Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills. 
• Reading, writing, math, and analytical skills.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

Able to move freely throughout the agribusiness facilities including climbing vertical heights (0 -150'), carrying tools and equipment (0-50 lbs.), exposure temperatures (0-100) degrees Fahrenheit, humidity (0-100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available). Must be able to wear protective equipment to include self-contained breathing apparatus. Required to travel to remote agribusiness facilities and customer locations.