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Pet Nutrition Plant Operator II - St. Joseph, MO

Wilbur-Ellis Company
United States, Missouri, St. Joseph
Dec 02, 2025

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."

Role Overview:

As an Agriculture Plant Operator II, you'll work in all aspects of plant and warehouse operations including stocking and retrieving packages and bulk containers, driving a forklift, and general housekeeping. The role requires strong mechanical ability and aptitude.

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

  • Assist with the movement of bulk containers on trucks and railcars.

  • Maintain facility cleanliness and upkeep.

  • Assist with repair, maintenance, and safety issues on all facility equipment.

  • Safely operate equipment, including railcar mover, front-end loader, and forklift.

  • Wear proper PPE (safety equipment) provided on the job site.

  • Report any damage or issues with equipment to management.

  • Complete required training and attend required safety meetings.

What You Bring to the Role:

  • 2+ years of experience

  • Ability to frequently climb ladders, work from heights, and lift or move up to 50 lbs. while working in a non-climate controlled and often dusty environment

  • Good math and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments

  • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

  • Willingness to work overtime hours during busy seasons

  • High school diploma or equivalent

What Makes You a Great Fit:

  • You have a high level of integrity and always maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude

  • You're on-time and prepared for work

  • You enjoy a variety of job duties and responsibilities

  • You have excellent interpersonal skills

Compensation and Benefits:

  • The base compensation for this position ranges from $15.96 to $21.28 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on 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://mywebenefits.com/

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, LLCis 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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