Preparation Operator

Preparation Operator

12 hour/ 5 week Rotational Schedule

** Must be available for call ins to cover shifts at anytime**

Job Location: Stuttgart, AR. Soy Division

Riceland Overview

Riceland Foods and its family farmers have provided the world with wholesome, nutritious rice since 1921. Grown in the United States, our rice is known for its high quality and versatility, and that's why Riceland has become a trusted brand around the globe. Riceland is a cooperative, which means we are owned by our 5,500 family farmer members who are also our stockholders and growers.

Company Mission Statement

Riceland, a farmer owned cooperative, helps farmers feed the world, sustainably.

Job Description

This position involves the operation of the soybean Preparation Plant.  This includes the movement of soybeans and meal, controlling process conditions, taking samples, coordination with upstream and downstream processes and some light maintenance. Any other duties or assignment by management.

Job Duties

Must be able to read and write.

Must be able to handle heights.

Must be able to do heavy lifting (100 lbs.)

Must be able to handle confined spaces.

Must be able to handle extreme atmospheric conditions (dust, heat, cold).

Must be able to climb ladders and stairs a large percentage of work time.

Must have good mechanical ability (understand the inner workings of machinery) 

Must be able to work independently and work well with other employees. 

Any other duties assigned by manager.

Preferred Skills.

1. Mechanical experience & knowledge preferred.

2. Mechanical troubleshooting experience preferred.

3. Logical and reasoning skills to understand moving fluids in vessels.

4. Ability to move quickly under stress and make clear, concise decisions in the elements including during the high temperatures of summer and cold winter days.

5. Good understanding of computers, and their use preferred.

6. Must be able to communicate problems appropriately with management involving upstream and downstream conflicts, as well as questions about processes in order to learn a niche set of skills.

Education Requirements

  High School Diploma or GED, with 2-4 years manufacturing experience preferred.

Company Benefits and Incentives

•         Medical insurance with low premiums

•         Free dental with medical insurance enrollment

•         Vision insurance with low premiums

•         Free basic life insurance, up to 3x basic annual earnings

•         Voluntary term life (rates depends on the age and salary of the employee)

•         Long term disability

•         Free short-term disability

•         Accident insurance, for unexpected healthcare expenses due to accidents

          Employee Assistance Program

•         Critical illness insurance

•         401 K with company match 4% of an employee's 5%

•         Paid training programs

          PTO & Paid Holidays

Riceland Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Riceland Foods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.