Pet Nutrition Plant Operator - St. Joseph, MO.

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Job Title: Pet Nutrition Plant Operator - St. Joseph, MO.
Location: St. Joseph (Ameri-Pac), MO, USA

Company: Wilbur-Ellis Company
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us!

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

"We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."

The primary role of the plant operator is to assist in producing livestock feed products , as well as to ensure quality control, maintenance, and facility cleanliness in daily activities. The roles of the Plant Operator vary based on experience and expertise . This role may involve operating equipment such as an extruder, grinder, mixer, or pellet machine, as well as working in the warehouse. These roles also include packaging, filling, assisting with formulation, and performing housekeeping tasks. Candidates are well-driven , self-motivated individuals who can work effectively with a close-knit team to meet customers' demands efficiently .

A Sample of What You'll Do in This Role:

Set up production lines, inspect materials, and blend according to scheduled jobs and workflow instructions.

Operate processing equipment per SOPs and perform quality control throughout production.

Accurately document all activities, including processing, maintenance, and cleaning tasks.

Maintain facility cleanliness and follow all safety, food safety, FDA, OSHA, and regulatory guidelines.

Learn and perform multiple roles (mixing, bagging, forklift, loading) to support plant operations.

Report safety or food safety concerns immediately and contribute positively to a team environment.

Perform any other duties assigned by management professionally and efficiently

What You Bring to The Role:

Must be at least 18 years of age

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required

Willingness to operate material handling equipment, including forklift and other equipment, as required

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Manual dexterity must be able to be on your feet for long periods , and must be able to work in a production environment

Able to follow written and verbal directions and complete the necessary documentation. The ability to read and write English is required

Willing to work overtime hours as needed

What Makes You a Great Fit:

An individual with a strong attention to detail .

Enjoys and embraces a diverse/variety of job duties and responsibilities

A person should be versatile, flexible, and willing to work weekends and holidays

Ability to work and contribute to a team with a positive attitude and outlook .

Requires safety-mindedness, consistently following safety protocols and procedures.

On time and prepared for work assignments that may include physical and repetitive tasks.

Compensation and Benefits:

In compliance with all states and cities that require transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $15.96 - $21.28 per hour. Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://bit.ly/3S8aDCj

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition, LLC is headquartered in Buhl, Idaho, and is a marketer and distributor of value-added feed ingredients in North America and Asia-Pacific. Wilbur Ellis provides feed solutions to our customers and suppliers in the Livestock, Pet Food, and Aquaculture Industries. Providing a complete supply chain, including logistics, warehousing, and customer service, in addition to expertise in import/export and regulatory, sets Wilbur-Ellis apart from our competitors. We understand the importance of providing on-time delivery of specified products and honoring our commitments to suppliers and customers.

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Job Post Date: 08/17/25