In Flat Storage, employees will assist in the proper processing of our bulk warehouse items associated with our Feed mill. This position is not climate controlled and is subject to working in very cold to extreme hot weather conditions. The work involves unloading bulk products from delivery trucks using heavy equipment such as forklifts and tractors to safely move products within the warehouse. The product will then be processed using grinders, turbo separators, and feed mixers to reduce the product to fine powder and then sent to our Feed mill for further processing. In addition to processing the bulk ingredients, workers will also assist in breaking down boxes and other packaging using a baler. All these processes, both processing bulk ingredients and breaking down storage boxes, are subject to dust.
This position follows a fixed schedule from Monday through Friday, 6 am to 4 pm.
In this role you should expect to
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Operate material-handling equipment including forklift, tractor, mixer, turbo separator and grinder
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Operate equipment such as box cutter and baler to process storage boxes/containers
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Unload bulk ingredient items from trucks
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Ensure all ingredients are delivered to the feed mill in a timely manner
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Adhere to all company policies and procedures
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Champion a Safety culture
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Other duties as assigned
Who you are
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6 months experience of material-handling preferred
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Dependable with exceptional attendance
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Work on a cohesive team
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Organized with the ability to multitask and follow detailed instructions
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement and long-term career growth
Tosh Farms is an equal opportunity employer.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to lift 50 lbs. frequently and up to 30 pounds repeatedly
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
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Abilit to walk, sit, bend, kneel, climb
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Ability to operate heavy equipment and machinery
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Repetitive use of both hands and feet to operate equipment
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Ability to work in all weather conditions (heat and cold)
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Ability climb without fear of heights
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Able to work in dusty environments with various ingredients including peanuts, corn, wheat, dog food, candy products, and rice
Additional Information
While no job description can anticipate or encompass all the duties required by the job, this description is designed to give a general understanding of job expectations. The manager assigned to supervise would be your first source for information concerning the overall job demands. Any other information needed can be obtained from the Flat Storage Supervisor or Human Resources Manager.
Tosh Farms is a family-owned agricultural operation headquartered in Tennessee and the largest pork producer in the state. While we are family-owned, our operation is anything but small. Our companies include row crop farming, swine production, feed manufacturing, construction and maintenance operations, and transportation/logistics services.
With over 500 employees across multiple divisions, Tosh Farms is committed to producing high-quality agricultural products while maintaining strong values centered around safety, teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence. We offer employees the opportunity to build long-term careers in a stable and growing industry.
