Lead Terminal Operator

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Lead Terminal Operator on a temporary basis at our Fertilizer Terminal in Hanley, SK (~40 minutes SE of Saskatoon) offering $27 - $41 an hour, depending on experience. Not currently living in Hanley? FCL offers a commuting allowance to support your travel costs. 

Are you passionate about working in the agriculture industry? Do you enjoy working hands on with machinery? If so, this opportunity could be for you!

What you’ll do:

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Fertilizer Terminal.
• Monitor and operate the terminal equipment to load/unload product.
• Ensure Operations staff are trained in shipping/receiving, equipment maintenance and safety protocol; provide additional training when required.
• Assist with rail coordination and operating a track mobile; complete rail inspections and ensure proper documentation.
• Respond to management concerns and respond to operational, product and maintenance issues to the Terminal Supervisor.
• Monitor and manage quality controls (e.g., oiling dusty product), screen outbound and inbound, run conditioners, and clean/maintain equipment and work floors.
• Participate in safety meetings, plant inspections, and task observations.
• Maintain clean shipping and receiving area to prevent contamination of fertilizer products and ensure full compliance with safety procedures and personal protective equipment.

Working Hours: Standard shifts run for 8 hours with start times varying based on time of year. There will be opportunities for overtime during our busy winter and spring months. On-call rotation of roughly every 4 weeks, depending on staffing.

Who you’ll work with:
The Team:  You will work closely with 3 other Fertilizer Terminal Operators and report into the Fertilizer Terminal Supervisor on a team that strives to cultivate a culture that is trusting, supportive, and easy to get along with.

The Customers: You will demonstrate customer focus while supporting Saskatchewan local Co-ops and farms and dealing directly with carriers which distribute our product.

Why it matters:
Our Agro team helps to feed and grow Western Canadian communities by sourcing and distributing products and services to local Co-ops in the feed, crop supplies and fertilizer business.

Who you are:
You are looking for a career in Production, Trades and Maintenance and:

• Have 4-6 years of relevant experience. Experience working with mobile equipment and/or agriculture operations is an asset.
• Have a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Have a valid driver’s license, are comfortable climbing heights up to 140ft, and able to work around dust.
• Have excellent communication and people skills, a mechanical aptitude of terminal maintenance and repair, and knowledge of fertilizer agriculture products.
• Mobile equipment certifications and first aid training are an asset.

What we offer:

• A comprehensive benefits package and employer-contributed pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member. 
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via fclhr@fcl.crs. All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply today!

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted. FCLHP

As this position is considered a position of trust and safety sensitive, you may be required to complete a criminal record check and drug & alcohol test in accordance with FCL policies.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.