Pack Operator

Pack Operator (Shift: 8pm‑8am)

Will work on a rotating schedule. Will train on 1st shift for several weeks.

• Operate packer and palletizer equipment.
• Load/unload trucks and railcars using forklift or pallet jack.
• Manage order schedule and daily inventory.
• Prepare daily production report.
• Prepare COA’s (Certificate of Analysis) for load orders.
• Warehouse sanitation.
• Analyze flour with lab instruments.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance.

• High School diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effectively use computer applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Prior experience with manufacturing equipment.
• Experience operating mobile equipment including forklift, yard tractor, bobcat or track mobile (training will be provided as needed).
• May be required to pass a physical abilities test with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, rotate, bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance and reach or lift at shoulder level, above shoulder level, and below shoulder level; frequently climb stairs and/or ladders; occasionally lift, shovel or carry up to 55 pounds; occasionally push up to 200 pounds of force; occasionally pull or torque up to 210 pounds of force.

Newton, KS
300 East Broadway Street, Newton KS, 67114

Base pay: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour, with additional earning potential based on experience. Targeted bonus of 5% OIP annually. Competitive benefits 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; employee assistance program; paid time off and paid holidays; employee recognition program.

Ardent Mills is 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. All applicants and employees are considered based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.