Packers and Packagers, Hand

Work description

Workers will handle and manage stored corn and beans grown by the employer, kept in temporary grain storage bags and on-farm bins because of a larger than normal inventory carried over from prior crop years. Duties include: Assist with the operation of grain bagging and extraction equipment to fill, unload and empty grain storage bags; seal bag ends and tie off completed bags. Inspect storage bags daily for tears, punctures, moisture and pest or wildlife damage; patch and repair damaged bags by hand using repair tape and hand tools. Monitor stored grain condition, including temperature and moisture checks, and report problems to the supervisor. Transfer grain between bags and trucks. Place grain into trucks for delivery to buyers; record loads and lot information. Hand shovel, sweep and clean up spilled grain at bag sites, bins and loading areas; clean equipment after use. Remove empty storage bags and dispose of or recycle bag material after extraction. Clear snow and ice from bag sites, bin access areas and loading areas as needed to maintain safe access to stored grain. Work outdoors in cold winter conditions. Must speak and understand English.