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Hriing For Corn Sorter / Harvest Laborer Pay Upto $16 In Utica, IL.

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Hriing for Corn Sorter / Harvest Laborer Pay upto $16 in Utica, IL. Job Description Looking for a seasonal opportunity with competitive pay and hands-on work? Join our Harvest Team and play a vital role in producing high-quality corn seed that helps feed communities across the world. In this fast-paced agricultural production environment, you will inspect and sort corn on a moving conveyor line, ensuring only the highest-quality seed continues through the drying process.

This position runs from August through October and is perfect for individuals who enjoy active work, teamwork, and contributing to a meaningful mission. Responsibilities Inspect and sort corn on a moving conveyor line, removing damaged product, debris, and waste material. Ensure only quality seed moves forward through the production process. Identify and remove moldy, immature, insect-damaged, wet, or off-type ears of corn.

Return cobs requiring additional processing to the appropriate area. Maintain focus and quality while working at a moving conveyor belt for extended periods. Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE at all times. Assist with equipment safety practices, including lockout/tagout and emergency stop procedures. Support housekeeping activities, including sweeping and keeping work areas clean and organized.

Help with kernel cleaning and product changeovers to maintain consistent quality standards. Report safety concerns, incidents, or near-misses promptly. Participate in safety investigations and continuous improvement initiatives when needed. Maintain clean and respectful shared spaces, including break rooms. Arrive on time and maintain dependable attendance throughout the harvest season. Follow site policies related to vehicle operation, mobile device usage, parking, and workplace conduct.

Assist with additional production and general labor duties such as loading, unloading, packaging, and material handling. Essential Skills Ability to read, write, and understand basic English instructions and safety guidelines. Comfortable performing physical work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods while maintaining attention to detail. Strong hand-eye coordination and ability to work efficiently with accuracy.

Comfortable working in agricultural environments with dust and plant allergens. Reliable transportation to and from the worksite. Dependable attendance and commitment throughout the harvest season. Ability to follow all safety procedures and workplace policies. Flexibility to work scheduled shifts, including weekends, overtime, and early start times when needed. Additional Skills & Qualifications Preferred but not required: Previous seed processing or agricultural experience.

Farm, harvest, or outdoor labor experience. Warehouse, manufacturing, assembly, or production background. Experience loading and unloading materials safely. Familiarity with hand tools and power tools. Packaging, packing, cleaning, or material handling experience. Ability to thrive in a team-focused, fast-paced environment. Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors during seasonal harvest operations.

Why Work Here? Join a company dedicated to helping farmers feed the world while supporting sustainable agriculture. You'll work alongside a supportive team in a safety-first environment where your contributions directly impact product quality and customer success. This seasonal opportunity offers hands-on experience, valuable industry skills, and the chance to be part of an operation that makes a real difference.

If you're dependable, hardworking, and looking for rewarding seasonal work, we'd love to have you on our team. Work Environment This seasonal harvest role runs from August through October at a modern corn seed production facility. Team members work at conveyor stations while standing or seated in elevated positions and contribute to a fast-moving production process. The facility operates on structured schedules, including S

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