Processing Plant Technician

This position reports to the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager for guidance on day-to-day activities of processing, treating and packaging seed for Beck’s.

As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:

• Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
• 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings 
• Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts 
• Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, & Much More

Responsibilities

• Follow directives of the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager concerning processing products.
• Operate processing equipment in the plant.
• Operate the seed treater in the plant.
• Operate the bagging line.
• Communicate to the supervisor on any quality concerns with product.
• Report ongoing status of operations to the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager.
• Report to the supervisor on supply needs to continue operation of the plant.
• Aid in implementing and following quality control standards in the processing, treating and packaging of products in the corn plant.
• Assist in the husking, sorting, drying, discard and shelling operations.
• Assist with seed box washing activities. 
• Record bagging information for the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager.
• Perform other related duties as may be required by the Bagging Lead, Processing Plant Manager, or Production Location Manager.

 Job Requirements

Education and training:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.

Technical knowledge:

• Basic mechanical skills.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations.
• Must be able to successfully complete Beck’s Fork Lift training.

Characteristics for Success:

• Commitment to the mission of Beck’s Hybrids, specifically, to provide our customers with the best seed quality
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards
• Ability to look at situations from several points of view
• Has a positive attitude
• Demonstrates the Attitudes and Actions of Beck’s Hybrids:
  • Integrity
  • Innovation
  • Passion
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Commitment
• Ability to exercise judgment

 Physical demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to pass respiratory medical clearance evaluation may be required.

 Experience:

• None.

** In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.