Yard Jockey/Bulk Trailer Loader

This position is based at an Ardent Mills production facility and requires regular on-site presence to perform the essential functions of the role. Work schedules may vary based on business and operational needs and could include shift work, overtime, weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities where applicable.

What's in it for you?

- $5,000 First Year Sign-On Bonus

- Competitive hourly rates starting at $24.00

- 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM pays $1.50 additional per hour

- 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM pays $3.00 additional per hour

- Annual performance bonus

- On-the-job training to enhance your skills

- Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits and more

- Retirement savings with annual contribution and company match

- Mental/emotional wellness programs (Employee Assistance Programs)

- Recognition and perk rewards

As Bulk Operator, you will be responsible for operating bulk load out systems, flows and equipment, along with all operations associated with the loading and jockeying of bulk and van trailers.  Must be able to troubleshoot the systems and take corrective action needed to operate the system. Blend flour(s) and ingredients to specifications and complete all paperwork error free for customers.  Must be able to use a computer and have working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Access, and Excel to stay current on customer blends.  To succeed, you must be able to:

• Perform duties and deliver results in new situations while adhering to safety and food safety policies without compromising the team’s values.

• Serve others with understanding, respect, and care.

• Operate with simplicity, clarity and transparency.

• Deal with and drive change.

• Organize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlines.

• Learn and apply new technology, and share your knowledge with others.

Above all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with reliability, integrity, compliance and in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.

Your responsibilities:

• Daily record keeping including: filling out reports, inspections, bin measurements and weight tickets.

• Taking flour samples, testing the samples and completing the Certificates of Analysis.

• Must have mechanical aptitude as minor repairs to the load out system may be necessary.

• Safely drive and operate yard tractor to jockey bulk tanks in/out of load out shed and park in yard. Also jockey van trailers in/out of warehouse bays.

• Carefully inspect each tank according to procedure and policy.

• Facilitate dropping flour loads into bulk tanks.

• Fill out necessary inspection reports on tanks.

• Assist feed drivers as needed.

Essential skills and experience:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Strong reading comprehension, writing, and math skills.

• Proficient in English both written and verbally.

• Strong work planning and decision-making skills.

• Analytical skills to recognize and assess problems.

Good to have:

• At least one year of manufacturing or plant operations experience.

• Knowledge of:  HACCP, GMP, Personal Safety and Food Safety processes.

Physical requirements and working conditions (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Able to lift 50 pounds and exert 20 pounds of force.

• Able to work in a production environment and wear respiratory protection.

• Able to work in hot and cold conditions.

• Ascend and descend stairs throughout the facility.

• Wear the required Personal Protection Equipment.

Other considerations:

• Must be willing to accept accountability and work well in a team.

• Must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, weekends, Holidays, possibly 7 days a week, and opposing shifts when needed.

• Must be willing to get cross-trained in at least one other position for development within the facility and to provide any relief duties as needed.

• Assist other plant personnel during normal and abnormal operating conditions.

• Housekeeping, sanitation and infestation control tasks as assigned.

• Must perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)

Team members must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Location:

Mount Pocono PA

Address:

258 Harvest Lane, Pocono Summit PA, 18346

Additional Locations (if applicable):

Employment Type:

Full time

Additional Information:

Competitive Compensation:

We provide market-driven base pay, based on skills, abilities, and level of experiences. Our salary ranges are broad, and individual salary will be market competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of skills and level of experience. The starting range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00, with additional earning potential possible commensurate with experience. Additionally, we believe that our team members are the reason for our success and all team members are incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results achieved. While the specific bonus plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions, the targeted bonus plan and targeted percentage amount for this role is Bonus - OIP, 5% Annual.

Benefits:

At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members. Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include: • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts • Life and Disability Programs • Voluntary Benefit Programs • Company Sponsored Wellness Programs • Retirement Savings with Company Match • Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays • Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE).

Application Deadline:

EEO Commitment:

At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non-merit characteristic protected by law or not. Together, celebrating our differences, we make Ardent Mills. The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills.En Ardent Mills, todos importan y todos tienen voz. Estamos comprometidos a brindar un ambiente de respeto mutuo donde haya igualdad de oportunidades disponibles para todos los solicitantes y miembros del equipo y las decisiones se basarán en el mérito, la competencia, el desempeño y las necesidades comerciales. Estamos orgullosos de ser un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. No discriminamos por motivos de raza, color, religión, credo, origen nacional, ascendencia, estado civil, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, discapacidad física o mental, embarazo, información genética, condición de veterano, edad, política. afiliación, o cualquier otra característica no meritoria protegida por ley o no. Juntos, celebrando nuestras diferencias, formamos Ardent Mills. La descripción del puesto anterior ha sido diseñada para indicar la naturaleza general y los deberes y responsabilidades esenciales del trabajo realizado por los empleados dentro de este puesto. Es posible que no contenga un inventario completo de todos los deberes, responsabilidades y calificaciones requeridas de los empleados en este puesto. La descripción, los deberes, las funciones y las responsabilidades están sujetos a cambios a discreción de Ardent Mills.Shift Differential:The Company provides a shift differential to eligible employees who are assigned to and work shifts outside of standard business hours. Shift differential is paid in addition to the employee's regular base hourly rate and is included in the calculation of the regular rate for overtime purposes.La Compañía proporciona un diferencial de turno a los empleados elegibles que están asignados a turnos de trabajo y fuera del horario comercial estándar. El diferencial de turnos se paga además de la tarifa horaria básica regular del empleado y se incluye en el cálculo de la tarifa regular para fines de horas extras.

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