As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:
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Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
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401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
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Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
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Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, Two-Hundred Dollar Merchandise Allowance, & Much More
Responsibilities
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Operate and maintain Beck’s equipment as directed by the Production Location Manager or other designated persons.
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Operate processing equipment in the plant.
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Operate the seed treater in the plant.
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Operate the bagging line.
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Assist in the unloading of inbound shipments, orderly stacking of product along with picking and staging outbound shipments.
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Assist with production field isolation and planting duties.
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Assist with field inspections during pollination season.
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Work in the husking, sorting, drying, and shelling operations when needed.
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Assist with seed box washing activities.
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Perform general farm duties and general seed duties as needed.
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Assist in repairs and maintenance of all Beck’s equipment as assigned.
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Report ongoing status of operations to the Processing Plant Manager.
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Aid in implementing and following quality control standards in all seed production and processing activities.
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Report to the Processing Plant Manager on supply needs to continue operation of the plant.
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Maintain accurate records of operations performed in assigned projects. This also applies to repairs and maintenance of equipment.
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Operate commercial motor vehicles as directed by the Production Location Manager or its designee, where applicable.
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Perform other production, processing, dock, and delivery functions as may be required by the Production Location Manager.
Job Requirements
Education and training:
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High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
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Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy preferred.
Technical knowledge:
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Basic mechanical skills.
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Ability to perform mathematical computations.
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CDL or Chauffer license or equivalent preferred.
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Basic knowledge and skills of farming.
Characteristics for Success:
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Commitment to the mission of Beck’s Hybrids, specifically, to provide our customers with the best seed quality
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards
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Ability to look at situations from several points of view
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Has a positive attitude
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Integrity
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Innovation
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Passion
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Adaptability
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Teamwork
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Commitment
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Ability to exercise judgment
Travel and hours of work:
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Overnight travel may be required based on project needs at Beck’s regional locations and may vary in duration of time.
Physical demands:
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May be required to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted.
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May be required to pass respiratory clearance evaluation.
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Ability to pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner’s Certificate may be required.
Experience:
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Farming experience preferred.
** In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.
