Grain Elevator Assistant

Job Description:

Atlantic Pure Grains is currently recruiting for a full-time or Full-time seasonal Grain Elevator Assistant with responsibilities that range from receiving, loading, unloading a variety of grains, drying of grain, recording deliveries and preparing paperwork   The grain facilities is located in Belle River, PEI.

Atlantic Pure Grains:

Is a Canadian, family owned, grain commodity elevator operation handling the storage of grain, shipping of grain to and buying grain from local farmers.

Is a sister company to Pure Pork Farms Ltd., an established pork production farm on PEI, doing business in multiple Provinces.

Is a managed agri-business that understands the qualities and conditions needed for meaningful growth.

values teamwork, accountability, safety,  integrity, innovation and respect

offers a progressive work environment that promotes a work/life balance and strives to be a great place for great people to do great things.

You Are:

A motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and a desire to continuously improve and grow

General Duties:

Responsible for handling a variety of grain including incoming, drying, stored, and outgoing grain

Maintains positive professional service relationship with employees, suppliers and customers, as well as freight personnel

Maintain a “safety first” culture and efficient operation of the facility and to meet regulatory and safety criteria

Plans/coordinates daily work schedule

Ensures production records are accurate and maintained properly

Maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the facility and the professional appearance of equipment, rolling stock, and facilities

Responsible for ensuring Preventative Maintenance plans are followed

Attend organizational meetings as required to stay up to date and well informed

Communicates effectively with coworkers and customers

Grain grading according to Canadian standards training available in the future

Other duties as assigned

Preference given for the following Skills and Experience:

Must be computer literate with proven ability in the use of emails, word, whatsapp

Requires the ability to read, write, and comprehend English written and oral operational and safety instructions and related rules, policies, and memo, and communicate clearly

Ability to multi-task and shift between projects on a time-sensitive basis.

Must be able to work independently or in a team environment

Maintenance experience with a mechanical aptitude is preferred.

Atlantic Pure Grains is located in a rural environment and a valid Prince Edward Island Driver’s license and access to a reliable motor vehicle is required

Class 3 license is preferred

Clean safe drivers abstract is required

Work well under deadline pressures

Physical Requirements:

This position can be physically strenuous from time to time. You will be expected to be able to work in tight and confined spaces, walk, climb, bend, kneel, lift, grip, grasp, push, and pull various tools and equipment.

May be required to occasionally work at significant heights with requisite balance and equilibrium. This job will require the ability to ascend/descend ladders.

Ability to frequently lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally more. Personal protective equipment, including hardhats, gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes, and respiratory protection and ear protection are required.

Vision that permits close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. When grading grain, the ability to identify and distinguish colours is also important.

Ability to smell odours and understand and discern safety warning systems

This is a physical job that includes both indoor and outdoor work in all types of weather and temperature environments. The job may include working in and around grain dust.

Flexible with work hours to reflect peak seasonal needs;  must be prepared to receive phone calls and respond to company-related needs at irregular times.

Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling

Ability to work overtime including weekends or holidays with some advance notice

Must provide their own steel toe boots

Organizational Values:

Teamwork, accountability, dedication, honesty, innovation and respect

We offer a progressive work environment that promotes a work/life balance and strives to be a great place for great people to do great things.

Please apply with a resume and cover letter.

Atlantic Pure Grains is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.  We thank all candidates for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview

Application deadline:  until position successfully filled

Ideal Expected start date: open until hiring needs are achieved

Job Types: Full-time and/or full-time seasonal opportunities

Salary: $15.00 – $20.00 Wage range depending on experience, possibility of a bonus upon the successful completion of the harvest season

Submit your resume, safety abstract and cover letter to: humanresources@atlanticpuregrains.ca

Website:  https://atlanticpuregrains.ca/