Machine Operator - T16 2nd Shift

Overview

Grain & Protein Technologies is a global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. The Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and operates facilities across five continents. The North America team is seeking a Machine Operator on 2nd shift to join the Taylorville, IL facility.

• Set-up, adjust, program, calibrate and perform preventative maintenance on extrusion equipment.
• Produce material to specification from job orders and document production data to minimize production delays.
• Utilize quality checks to ensure correct operational sequencing and adherence to product standards.
• Implement all aspects of Grain & Protein Technologies Lean and Quality Management systems.
• Comply with all safety rules, policies, and procedures.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous machine operator experience preferred; plastic extrusion equipment highly preferred.
• Ability to use measuring instruments (calipers, pipe diameter tape, tape measure, go/no-go gauges), bander, Sawzall and other hand tools.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to read, write and use basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Ability to operate overhead crane and sit-down forklift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to follow precise instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, managers and across departments and shifts.

• Expected total compensation for this role will be $21.80 to $26.97 per hour + $3 shift differential depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skills.
• Up to 5% gainshare potential.
• Benefits include health care and wellness plans, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, health savings and flexible spending accounts, continuing education reimbursement, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance plans.

You will be working onsite in Taylorville, IL. The role involves working near large machinery; the work environment is usually loud. The employee is exposed to a variety of extreme conditions, including temperatures ranging from 40°F to 105°F.

The physical demands include sitting, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and frequent hand and finger use. The employee must be able to stand for up to twelve hours per day and may lift/move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Personal protective equipment is required (e.g., eye protection, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, etc.).

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers. We are committed to building a team that includes varied experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!

Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Grain & Protein Technologies designs, manufactures, and markets grain and seed storage equipment as well as feeding, ventilation, and control systems for worldwide protein production, principally poultry, swine, and egg. The Company is a leading manufacturer of grain and seed processing and storage equipment in North America and among market leaders in South America.

It is also a major global provider of protein production equipment for swine and poultry producers. Solutions provided are mission critical to agribusinesses seeking to maximize quality, yields, and value. The Company markets its equipment under its GSI, AP, Cumberland, Tecno, and Cimbria brands in more than 100 countries through a network of over 1,000 independent dealers.