Temporary Scale Technician

Temporary role from August-November

Flexible Schedule!

POET Grain is a leader in the grain markets, buying nearly 1 billion bushels of grain each year. As a Scale Technician, core duties are operating the grain scale(s) and the computer systems to ensure the quality of inbound and outbound products. The Scale Technician is also responsible for clerical duties related to the grain origination/merchandising operations within the local grain team, including contract administration, ticket application, and grain settlement processing.

This is an on-site role located in Obion, TN.

Responsibilities include:

• Operate truck scales and computer systems

• Accurately grade all quality factors of inbound grains.

• Apply scale tickets to contracts.

• Work within the grain accounting system to set up new accounts.

• Grain contract administration: filing contracts, mailing contracts (inbound & outbound mail), managing contract signatures, and maintaining audit-ready contract files.

• Provide accounting support to Grain Merchandisers.

• Perform housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a clean work area inside and outside of the scale house area.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• One (1) to five (5) years of administrative assistant or accounting experience or other agriculture customer service experience preferred, with a demonstrated background of success.

• Consistently demonstrate a high level of customer service with a positive, friendly attitude.

• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent organization and time management skills with a sense of urgency that drives results.

• Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programs.

• The ability to show up to work on time and work beyond regular business hours as needed.

• Bonus Points:

• Grain accounting experience

• Thorough knowledge of grain receiving/grading procedures

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• High level of personal integrity, maintaining confidentiality on all business-related matters

• Interpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization

• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Ability to exercise sound business judgment and discretion.

• Ability to think objectively

• Ability to work individually and in a team environment

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world., We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!, POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.

Over the past 30 years of bioprocessing leadership, we’ve assembled the industry’s strongest team of engineers, scientists, financial analysts and more. Along the way, we’ve carefully selected team members who share our core values and pride in everything we do.

That’s common sense-and it’s led to some of the most creative bioprocessing work in the world. The people of POET make working here a challenging, exhilarating place to advance a career. They accomplish great things for millions of Americans and find great satisfaction in helping our country in so many ways.