General Laborer - Midland, Sd

Job Summary:

A General Laborer will load/unload grain, feed, seed, chemical, and retail store merchandise while providing excellent customer service. This position will include working in all weather conditions indoors and outdoors, working at heights, entering confined spaces, working with and loading railcars, manually carrying up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the shift, and operating equipment such as a forklift, skid steer, manual pallet jack, and handcart.

Salary:

• $19.00/hr plus sign-on bonus (discussed during interview)
• Hourly pay/overtime eligible
• Paid bi-weekly via direct deposit

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Program with Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Plans
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Products
• Simple IRA Program with Company Match
• College Savings Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Essential Functions:

• Using a skid steer or forklift to load and unload inventory from trucks, flatbeds, and van trailers
• Weighing trucks and loading rail cars
• Rotate stock and perform regular inventory counts
• Working at heights in manlift and on top of rail cars
• Cleaning and maintenance of grain elevator and other equipment
• Effectively operate as part of a team
• Dependable and reliable work attendance

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and physical
• High school diploma/GED preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Bobcat and forklift experience helpful but not required
• Ability to work overtime as required, including some weekends
• Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally
• Positive, professional attitude and strong work ethic
• Demonstrate and promote safety and proper housekeeping at the location
• Wear and maintain personal protective equipment as directed by company policies
• Maintain acceptable personal hygiene

Physical Requirements

• Able to physically lift heavy materials (up to 50 pounds) frequently throughout the work shift with or without assistance
• Frequent walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers
• Standing/working on feet for extended periods and walking across uneven terrain, climbing up and down ladders and stairways
• Able to work in extreme weather conditions and elements, including but not limited to heat, cold, rain, mud, dust, etc.
• Frequent exposure to noise and dust
• Able to wear personal protective equipment and any other safety-related equipment
• Able to work a minimum of 8 hours a day and overtime as required

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Dakota Mill & Grain, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Disclaimer

This document describes the position currently available. It is not an employment contract. Our company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.