Production Operator

Job Description:

At JDH and each of our subsidiaries, we know that agriculture is about more than moving commodities—it’s about connecting people and building relationships that matter. Founded in 1886, we’ve been proudly family-owned for five generations, and our roots in the industry run deep. From our mills and storage facilities to our corporate offices, our jobs provide a safe and supportive place to grow and reach your potential.

Our experienced commodity traders manage grains, co-products, manufactured animal feed, and animal feed ingredients. We work closely with a wide variety of markets to move commodities to destinations with demand. Using our extensive transportation network—including rail, truck, and barge—we connect supply and demand across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Asia.

But we don’t just trade commodities; we deliver reliability, value, and the promise of doing what’s right. Whether it’s ensuring quality standards or finding innovative solutions, we’re here to challenge the status quo and keep the industry evolving.

With a wide variety of career opportunities, you can find your fit, whether it’s working at one of our feed mills, managing logistics, trucking items to their destination, or balancing the books at one of our office locations.

At JDH, we value hard work and the drive to seek out what’s next. Together, with our team of dedicated professionals, we believe we’re building a better future for agriculture.

Summary:

Organize, perform, and be able to complete the following job functions as called on by the Plant Manager.

Job Functions:

1. Operate Bulk Feed manufacturing system
2. Climb ladders and work at heights on top of facility
3. Perform scale weight test weekly
4. Load and unload trucks in both load-out area and warehouse
5. Assist customers as needed
6. Ensure bulk commodities are flowing from bulk bins
7. Perform daily inspections of Fork Trucks
8. Perform minor maintenance on equipment including lubrication and adjustments
9. Clean control room daily
10. Clean mill on regular schedule
11. Operate and monitor bulk receiving system
12. Test incoming ingredients (e.g., Corn = % moisture, % BCFM) and properly record results
13. Unload inbound trucks as necessary
14. Unload rail cars as necessary
15. Ensure bulk commodities are flowing into correct bulk bins
16. Perform daily bin inventory and rail car inventory
17. Perform daily inspection of Front End Loader
18. Clean receiving shed and office daily
19. Assist with any other tasks as requested or assigned by management

Requirements:

Physical and Education Requirements:

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Basic understanding of computers, math comprehension, and previous plant environment is helpful
3. Mechanical aptitude in prior work history
4. Must have the ability to climb ladders, lift up to 75 lbs, bend, kneel, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, work with heights, and work long hours in harsh environments (hot, cold temperatures, and dusty conditions)
5. Exhibit good work habits, including excellent attendance and individual productivity

Requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, medical questionnaire, and a background check.