Scale Operator

Organizational Background

Columbia Grain International, LLC is a global leader in the origination, processing, logistics and distribution of high-quality bulk grains, pulses, edible beans, oilseeds, and organics for domestic and worldwide export markets. Our vertically integrated company is headquartered in Portland, OR, and we own and operate over 60 facilities including grain elevators and pulse processing plants across WA, ID, MT, NE, ND and WI.

At all levels of our organization, our employees are some of the most experienced and knowledgeable in the industry. We've spent over 40 years cultivating lasting partnerships with a wide network of producers and the local communities surrounding our facilities, which enables us to source the highest quality product to "make markets" and fulfill our mission of nourishing the world, safely.

Position Description

The Scale Operator will be responsible for scale operations, customer service, communications, and clerical tasks. The Scale Operator will work with the other members of the team to work toward operational goals while maintaining quality and efficiencies.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Operating the scale which includes weighing and grading inbound and outbound grain to issue scale tickets.
• Ability to run daily reports, balancing statements, and administering cross-checks of scale equipment
• General housekeeping and upkeep of working area to include, sweeping, shoveling, vacuum, compressed air, and sanitation.
• Must have open availability to work a flexible schedule (rotate days and nights) when production requires including; ability to work entire shift, extended shift hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Other duties assigned

Skills, Knowledge, Education and Experience

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred not required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Basic knowledge of working with a computer and mechanical skills.
• Good work ethic (team environment, both safe and quality), efficient and willingness to perform all required work with good attendance.

Physical Requirements necessary to perform this job

• Must be able to move freely throughout the operations plant to include walking on elevated platforms, standing, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling and crawling
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs., frequently lift and move up to 25 lbs. max of 25 lbs.
• Exposure to extreme climate temperatures, humidity and noise (indoor and outdoor)
• Occasionally required to taste and smell
• Required to wear protective equipment to include hard hat, safety glasses, protective footwear, gloves, coveralls, and other PPE as required.

Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required.

Columbia Grain is an Equal Opportunity Employer