Malt Operator Job at Great Western Malting
POSITION SCOPE
As a team member of passionate malting professionals, you will learn the malting trade in an entry level position working an 8, 10 or 12-hour schedule on day, swing, or night shifts. This position would begin as a probationary role. A probationary operator must meet 1,040 working hours before regular, full time status is attained.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Efficient operating of equipment while following established procedures.
- Learn all aspects of our Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures including our Zero Harm program.
- Ensure that all safety rules and procedures are understood and followed, including wearing of all required PPE in various situations including goggles, dust mask, gloves, steel toed boots, rain gear, hearing protection, hard hat, and full-face respirator.
- Ensure all serious non-conformances safety/environmental permits, approvals, regulations, and best practices as described in company Key Operating Procedures have been promptly reported to the Maintenance and Plant Managers.
- Unloading and loading of malting compartments using power spool and unloading boards.
- Sanitation of compartments, interior and exterior of building and conveyors using wash water and compressed air, broom, and shovel.
- Filling and draining of the steep tanks and taking barley to steep tank by conveyor.
- Monitor germination and drying temperatures.
- Inspect and analyze malt daily, monitor the malting and roasting processes and make operational changes to ensure malt meets customer specifications.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Minimum 2 years of experience operating complex manufacturing process equipment is desired.
- Critical reasoning skills, ability to read, write, perform math calculations on a high school level.
- Must be self-motivated, with an ability to troubleshoot issues and determine appropriate resolution and develop sense of ownership of processes.
- Above average verbal communication skills are required, plus willingness to work in a team environment with peers in various departments and trades.
- Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel is preferred.
- Malting or brewing industry knowledge and/or experience is a huge plus.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Unionized environment. Teamsters Local 058.
- Highly physical position, including walking, sitting, standing, climbing stairs in the plant environment; outdoor work in all seasons during day, swing, or night shifts.
- Occasional heavy lifting (up to 55 lbs).
- Use of PPE.
- Must be able to wear a full-face respirator.
- Exposure to industrial noise from plant machinery.
COMPENSATION
Compensation is based on the current CBA. Starting rate is $21.36. After seniority is attained, Maltster/Elevator/Roaster hourly rate is $25.14 as of April 1, 2022. Shift premiums may apply.
An attractive compensation and benefits package will be provided. We offer a generous benefits package including: medical/dental/vision/RX plan, flex spending accounts, EAP, paid holidays, paid time off program of 4 ½ weeks, basic & voluntary life insurance, STD, LTD, 401(k) plan, pension plan (CAD), fitness subsidy and tuition reimbursement. Employees are eligible for product discounts through our CMG Division, as well as discounts from various external vendors.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.36 - $25.14 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Pocatello, ID 83204: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- How many years of manufacturing experience do you have?
Work Location: In person
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