Open Positions

THIS POSITION WORKS 4 ON 4 OFF Day SHIFT 7 AM-7:30PM.

Are you looking for a new opportunity to start fresh? This position is responsible for operating the toting stations, loading bulk trailers, moving pallets of product into the warehouse area for storage and to clean respective equipment and areas of all the above mentioned. Must have the ability to communicate and work as a team member and know and follow all safety and good manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities and regular job duties:
Operation of tote filling systems to process orders according to customer specifications.
Operate fork lift in tight areas.
Operator stretch wrapper
Operation of the inventory system to label toted product with lot #, weights and product ID
Communicate with the roller operator for daily production schedules.
Load pneumatic trailers with flaked product.
Move and organize palleted product to the warehouse.
Assist in warehousing product.
Assist with Re-stacking 50 lb. bags, stretch wrapping, and labeling bags prior to storage.
Record SPC data, and follow sterile sample procedures.
Complete QA checks and paperwork
Assist the Bran/Flour Helper when necessary to meet customer demands.
Maintaining a clean work environment.
Responsible for keeping the feed tote station and supply storage area swept and free of damaged product.

Grain Millers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and merchandiser of whole grain ingredients utilized in food products served around the world. While you may not know us directly, you almost certainly know our products. We have supplied food ingredients to virtually every large food company in the world for over 35 years. Our products and partnerships allow us to provide simple, clean food that is bursting with goodness. Our Eden Prairie, MN headquarters is the hub of our Accounting and Finance infrastructure. Our manufacturing facilities are in MN, IA, WI, IN, OR and Canada.

We are looking for a Divisional Controller to join our Finance team. This position will be responsible for performing month-end close and providing financial planning and analysis for our specialty grains areas of the business. Additional responsibilities will include providing accounting support to the business units and commodity traders, ensuring proper inventory valuation, providing reporting and analytical information and preparation of budgets.

A successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in accounting, prefer CPA and/or other advanced degree
• Four plus years of progressive accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience in MS Office Suite, along with strong data handling skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• A solid understanding of financial accounting principles, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail oriented, can maintain confidential information and possess good time management skills

Desired qualifications:

• A drive to learn the business and find ways to provide insightful information to management
• The ability to quickly learn new systems and be a resource to others
• Previous system implementation experience
• Results driven, open personality with a pro-active attitude
• Previous budgeting and forecasting experience
• Applicable industry experience

This is an opportunity for you to join a team of professionals in a workplace environment that fosters personal development and growth. Grain Millers, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, and an atmosphere where partnership, respect and integrity are highly valued.

Are you a person who thinks globally, and prefers to work locally? Do you enjoy inspiring others to do the right thing? Do you wish to make an impact for a better tomorrow? This position is for you!

For more than 35 years, Grain Millers has tested every decision against one simple objective: Is it good? For our farmers, our employees, our customers, and our consumers? As one of the world's largest conventional and organic oat millers, our legacy is built on being more than just an ingredient supplier; we are a proactive partner. We work with enthusiasm and energy every day, and we take great care in everything we do - to provide simple, clean food that helps people live healthier lives.

We are seeking a well-organized, self-motivated individual with food industry experience and a passion for sustainability. Must be tech savvy and comfortable with spending time talking with farmers and others within our business operations. This critical role will support Grain Millers procurement, sales, and our manufacturing facilities. Must be comfortable communicating primarily via email or phone as well as on-site visits with our customers and suppliers. Travel is expected up to 25% of the time.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Focus on partnering with suppliers and customers to drive sustainability goals, objectives, and strategies; creates and implements plans for related projects.
• Evaluates sustainability initiatives considering factors such as cost, feasibility, and impact.
• Drafts and delivers presentations and reports to communicate sustainability initiatives highlighting their effectiveness and environmental impact.
• Produces marketing resources, including brochures or online media, to promote sustainability practices, procedures and objectives.

• Pioneer a mill-based sustainability effort focusing on water, energy, and waste within Grain Millers Facilities.
• Assists and provides leadership in the development and implementation of on-farm Regenerative and Carbon Neutral or Carbon Negative programs as defined by customers and governmental agencies.
• Takes a crucial role in the development and implementation of sustainability focused identity preserved (IP) programs designed to meet specific customer requirements and value identification, interacting with sales teams to define success.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Agriculture Business, Communications, Sustainable Ag., Sustainability or related field.
• Knowledgeable in Agriculture production & Corporate Sustainability
• Excellent interpersonal skills that allow effective working relationships with a diverse customer, colleague, and vendor population. This includes listening and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated skill in organization, planning, and problem solving.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with vendors, customers, and third parties in a professional manner.
• Must be detail oriented, motivated and a self-starter.

If you're looking for a unique experience with a company that offers healthy food, professional expertise, and a work environment that you can make an immediate impact, hands-on responsibility, and real opportunity for career development, we want to hear from you!

Food Manufacturing – General Labor/Production Operator, Day Shift

Do you want to be part of an industry that is constantly changing and evolving? Grain Millers, Inc. has an exciting opportunity to join our milling/operations team on first shift. In this critical role as Production Operator, this person has the primary responsibility of supporting the milling function by operating the production equipment based on production scheduling needs. No experience necessary - This person will have the opportunity to learn all production equipment in a rotational training program. We are located just outside of Manitowoc, WI in Newton, WI. 

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery used in cleaning and handling of specialty food ingredients.
• Lift packaged products manually (up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis)
• Count finished products to determine if product orders are complete.
• General plant and ground sanitation.
• Frequently lift/move equipment, chemical containers and other material throughout the work day.
• Wear personal protective equipment in the food processing areas.
• Perform all tasks safely and in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Essential Education and Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Basic computer skills, ability to work in a team environment and attention to detail.
• Must be able to follow instructions and have good time management skills.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees.
• Be willing to perform varying tasks per the supervisor’s instructions.

Are you looking for excellent benefits, paid vacation, and a stable income? Grain Millers is the place for you! This is an opportunity for you to join a team of hardworking individuals. Monday – Thursday from 6 am – 4:30 pm – Straight day shift and three-day weekends!   $18.00/hr to start and a $1.00/hr increase after successful completion of the training period.

Beyond the excellent benefits and competitive compensation, Grain Millers proudly offers a rich history, steeped in tradition and taking pride in being a leading manufacturer of whole grain ingredients.   We invite you to learn more about us by visiting our website at www.grainmillers.com

Company and Position Overview

Agricor, located in Marion, IN, is a leader in the dry corn milling industry. Agricor is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Grain Millers, Inc., an international group of companies headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN, with processing plants located in the United States and Canada. We have supplied food ingredients to many of the largest food companies in the world for over 35 years. Our products and partnerships allow us to provide, simple, clean food with integrity throughout the supply chain.

Agricor is currently seeking a full-time Engineering Technologist. The Engineering Technologist assists the Project Manager with all activities related to management, engineering, process, construction, control and operational functions. The position is responsible for the practical application and implementation of designs ranging from major capital expenditures to individual process initiatives. They will apply mechanical and electrical engineering principles and technological skills to contribute to the success and advancements in a corn dry milling operation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Adhere to safe work practices, GMP's, and all company policies and procedures
• Comfortable performing both mechanical and electrical aspects of a project work
• Provide engineering and technical support to the Project Manager/Engineer
• Assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of projects
• Conduct testing, fact gathering and documenting to assist with project feasibility
• Create and interpret engineering sketches, specifications and drawings
• Assist with the preparation of Request for Information/Quote (RFI, RFQ) project documents
• Assist in equipment and component procurement and receipt
• Create mechanical drawings for process flow and equipment layout
• Create electrical schematics for power distribution, control and automation systems
• Assist with the development of automation logic, PLC programming and HMI development
• Maintain records and files for all in-process and completed engineering work
• Assist with outside engineering/contracting firms to facilitate and implement project activities
• Oversee and schedule mechanical and electrical installation activities
• Assist Production and Maintenance with both pre/post-production startup requirements; training needs, spare parts list, equipment PM requirements, user manuals, I/O definition, asset creation, special instructions
• Work to ensure required food, safety and construction compliance standards are met

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology or Mechatronics Engineering Technology
• Bachelor's + 0-3 years' experience in a related field
• Associate's + 3-5 years' experience in a related field

Preferred Background and Knowledge

• Previous work experience as an intern or full-time employees
• Background in Agriculture
• Experience in the Milling or Food Processing industry a plus
• Drafting experience (AutoCad)
• Familiarity with Electrical Switchgear, MCCs
• Familiarity with motor control circuits, VFD's, Soft Starts
• Familiarity digital and analog instrumentation
• Familiarity control panel layout and design
• Familiarity with electronics, sensor and instrumentation
• PLC programming (GE or ControlLogix) and control networks (ProfiNet, Ethernet/IP) experience
• HMI development experience (Rockwell FactoryTalk SE or Cimplicity)
• Proficient with Excel (advanced level)

You can build a career with us today! Be inspired to achieve your goals through challenging opportunities for growth and development. Be rewarded with professional and personal satisfaction by taking pride and in making a difference in an industry that nourishes the world. Be yourself in a tight-knit environment that thrives on teamwork and values personal contributions. Agricor offers competitive compensation and an array of benefits, including a generous Paid Time Off program, Medical, Dental, Disability, Profit Sharing and 401(k). To learn more about Agricor or Grain Millers, visit our websites at www.agricor.org or www.grainmillers.com

This position works 4 on 4 off Night Shift from 7:00 PM until 7:30 AM

This position is responsible for operating the A and/or C Mill. This includes the operation of oat cleaning, dehulling, grading, delivery, and blending systems in addition to the groat kiln conditioner, finishing system, cutting system and transport systems. You will work in a team environment and communicate with operators in all mills, receiving and office personnel.

Responsibilities and regular duties include:

• Operation of oat cleaning systems, oat dehulling and grading systems.
• Operation of oat delivery systems from storage silos, and blending on an intermittent basis.
• Operation of the kiln conditioner, finishing systems, cutting systems, and product transport systems.
• Communicate with all mills, receiving and office personnel regarding production, transfers, product received, and silo inventory.
• Monitor production and key quality and yield check points.
• Operate all equipment for peak performances in yield and quality.
• Know and follow all safety, quality and GMP's policy and procedures.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance tasks on systems as assigned
• Perform operational cleaning tasks on a regular scheduled basis with documentation.
• Stop the production process when safety and food quality is in question.

Qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Leadership and communication skills necessary to assist in decision making and communicating production expectations to co-workers.
• The ability to facilitate planning and coordination of production runs.
• Ability to operate computer systems.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills required.

THIS POSITION WORKS 4 ON 4 OFF NIGHT SHIFT 7 PM-7:30AM.

Are you looking for a new opportunity to start fresh? This position is responsible for operating the toting stations, loading bulk trailers, moving pallets of product into the warehouse area for storage and to clean respective equipment and areas of all the above mentioned. Must have the ability to communicate and work as a team member and know and follow all safety and good manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities and regular job duties:
Operation of tote filling systems to process orders according to customer specifications.
Operate fork lift in tight areas.
Operator stretch wrapper
Operation of the inventory system to label toted product with lot #, weights and product ID
Communicate with the roller operator for daily production schedules.
Load pneumatic trailers with flaked product.
Move and organize palleted product to the warehouse.
Assist in warehousing product.
Assist with Re-stacking 50 lb. bags, stretch wrapping, and labeling bags prior to storage.
Record SPC data, and follow sterile sample procedures.
Complete QA checks and paperwork
Assist the Bran/Flour Helper when necessary to meet customer demands.
Maintaining a clean work environment.
Responsible for keeping the feed tote station and supply storage area swept and free of damaged product.

Are you looking for a new opportunity in a fast paced and growing company? Are you looking for a company where you can feel like part of a family? We are a privately held company that has a family feel! We focus on doing good and providing good ingredients to the world. Grain Millers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and merchandiser of whole grain ingredients utilized in food products served around the world. While you may not know us directly, you almost certainly know our products. We have supplied food ingredients to many of the world's largest food companies for over 30 years. As one of the world's largest conventional and organic oat millers, our legacy is built on being more than just an ingredient supplier. We are a proactive partner, working with others to do what is right. Join our Waiting List and if your qualifications meet our screening requirements, you will be contacted for an interview as jobs are available.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Forklift experience
• Flexible and willing to accept changes on short notice
• Willing and able to learn new technology
• Possess basic computer skills
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to meet the Physical Demands of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to reach above shoulder height.
• Ability to learn operation of industrial machinery.

Work Schedules include:

12 hour shifts from 6 pm - 6:30 am on a 4 on 4 off schedule.

12 hour shifts from 7 pm - 7:30 am on a 4 on 4 off schedule.

12 hour shifts from 6 am - 6:30 pm on a 4 on 4 off schedule.

12 hour shifts from 7 am - 7:30 pm on a 4 on 4 off schedule.

Monday-Thursday 6 am-4:15 pm and 4:00 pm to 2:15 am.

Monday-Thursday/Monday-Wednesday rotating 5 am-5pm.

Monday-Thursday/Monday-Wednesday rotating 5 pm-5am.

Wages starting at $19 per hour, with $1.50 overnight shift differential.

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Medical/Dental Insurance, Basic Life Insurance ($50,000), Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) matching contribution up to 6%, 3 weeks of PTO your first year, 8 paid holidays