Harvest Scale Operator

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Harvest Scale Operator Job Description

The Harvest Scale Operator supports harvest operations by accurately scaling trucks, maintaining precise records, and serving as a key point of contact for internal and external customers. This role follows established standard operating procedures and work instructions to ensure growers and carriers are paid correctly, while contributing to a safe, fast-paced, and customer-focused environment. This is not a temp-to-hire position and is specifically for a 2nd shift assignment.

• Scale in and out trucks carrying green corn cobs, soybeans, discard, and other seed loads using standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Perform accurate recordkeeping to ensure growers and carriers receive correct payments.
• Print scale tickets, seed load tickets, and other required paperwork for each load.
• Calculate and verify information on the computer and physical tickets to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Create, update, and maintain information in Excel spreadsheets to track loads and related data.
• Maintain records in systems such as Global Seed, Seed Pro, and SharePoint in accordance with site procedures.
• Answer incoming phone calls and direct callers to the appropriate staff or department.
• Greet incoming visitors and provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external customers, providing courteous and timely assistance.
• Maintain an orderly, clean, and organized work area to support safety and efficiency.
• Follow all site policies, including seatbelt and electronic device policies, while on site and operating vehicles.
• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance and arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
• Work flexible hours, including some overtime and weekend work, as needed to support harvest operations.
• Perform repetitive computer keyboard operations and sit or stand for extended periods as required by daily tasks.
• Handle other duties as assigned to support harvest and administrative operations.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency, including working with databases.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Data entry skills with strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated customer service skills when interacting with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain and protect confidential information.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion related to computer keyboard operation.
• Flexibility to work some overtime and weekend hours.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to comply with site seatbelt and electronic device policies.

• Administrative work experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced operational or agricultural environment is beneficial.
• Comfort using systems such as Global Seed, Seed Pro, and SharePoint, or the ability to learn them quickly.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain orderly records and work areas.
• Comfort interacting with visitors and providing PPE as needed.
• Ability to adapt to varying shift times within the 2nd shift window.
• Willingness to follow detailed standard operating procedures and work instructions.

You will work in a mission-driven environment that supports farmers in feeding the world while helping protect the planet. The team emphasizes safety, collaboration, and respect, offering a fast-paced setting where your accuracy and reliability directly support growers and carriers. You will gain experience with modern systems and tools, develop strong administrative and operational skills, and work with people who value teamwork, clear communication, and dependable performance.

This role is for a 2nd shift position, generally scheduled from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with shift times that may vary based on operational needs. You must be…