Production: Blending Operator; 3rd Shift

Position: Production: Blending Operator (3rd Shift)
Location: Redwood Falls

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* Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at  to learn more!

Our Central Bi-Products facility in Redwood Falls, MN collects and transforms multi-species raw material from meat processing facilities into high quality-feed ingredients and other consumer and industrial products. Learn more about the rendering industry at  are currently accepting applications for Blending Operator 2 on 3rd Shift! We offer a competitive starting wage of $25.92 along with shift differentials, regular pay increases, and a complete benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match and more!

Available Schedules3rd

Shift: Monday-Friday, 12:00am (midnight) - 8:00amWeekend hours may be possible on a required or voluntary basis

Areas of Accountability All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork Unload Raw Materials Department Cleanliness

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Remove product in a variety of ways from open top, rendispose, reefer, box, tank, and other types of trailers

Operate skid-steers or forklifts to remove large materials from trailers, as needed

Use a pressure washer and brush to clean out trailers, skid steers, and other equipment

Inspect trailers for usability and notify Vehicle Maintenance Technicians if repairs are needed

Complete paperwork for each unloaded trailer

Effectively communicate trailer load information with production personnel to prevent errors and inefficiencies

Report any concerns, accidents, downtime, or cost-saving measures to Foreman, as needed

Follow all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives

Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements including environmental and food/feed safety

Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean work environment, as needed

Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications Experience in food/feed production, a plus

Pass in-house Forklift Certification, upon hire Proficient in basic math skills and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information

Effectively communicate with external truck drivers, both in writing and verbally

Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, and operator manuals

Ability to maintain composed and organized in a fast-paced environment

Work in a facility that processes multiple species including cows, pigs, and poultry

Willingness and ability to work extra hours as needed during the week or weekend

Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Physical Requirements Consistently push and/or pull heavy objects

Frequently lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds

Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees

Consistently climb trailers or ladders up to 15 feet or be elevated in scissors lifts up to 40 feet Stand up to 100% of the workday

Ability to work in confined spaces

Ability to work safely in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold Spanish Translation/Traducción al Espanol Farmers Union Industries, LLC, también conocida como FUI, es…