Laborer

Baker Commodities, Inc. is a well-established, privately owned company that has been operating for over 80 years. The company specializes in rendering services and manufacturing facilities strategically located across the United States, providing high-quality products and services on a global scale. The success of Baker Commodities is heavily attributed to its exceptional employees, whose commitment to quality, service, innovation, and integrity has positioned the company as one of the world's leading rendering companies. Baker Commodities is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The company values professionalism and ethical interactions among its staff and strives to create a workplace where every employee is respected, supported, and given the opportunity to grow.

Island Commodities (ICC) is a division of Baker Commodities that focuses on efficient and safe operational procedures within its plant yards. This role specifically involves maintaining a clean, sanitized, and safe working environment while adhering to company policies and procedures. The facility emphasizes both safety and operational excellence and encourages employee loyalty through benefits and a supportive work culture.

The position requires an individual responsible for loading, unloading, and moving materials within the plant yard according to work orders or oral instructions. The role involves operating machinery such as forklifts, tractor trailers, and skip loaders, ensuring that all equipment and work areas are consistently cleaned, sanitized, and maintained to required standards. Responsibilities further include shoveling materials, removing trash from various facility areas, and applying paint to equipment as necessary. The job also requires knowledge of industry-specific compliance standards including CMPAF (Cattle Material Prohibited in Animal Feed) and APPI (Animal Protein Producers Industry) procedures and documentation, ensuring the company meets all regulatory requirements.

This position demands physical strength and dexterity as it involves climbing, lifting materials up to 60 pounds, and operating machinery safely in both indoor and outdoor conditions, including on wet or uneven surfaces. The candidate must be able to maintain balance while ascending or descending heights and be comfortable working around industrial equipment and potentially hazardous materials. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of the plant.

Employees in this role will demonstrate accountability by recording proof of cleaning and sanitation, interacting professionally with others, and adhering strictly to department and company procedures. The job requires flexibility as duties may evolve over time to meet business needs, emphasizing adaptability and a team-oriented approach.

In addition to a competitive role within a respected industry leader, Baker Commodities offers excellent benefits including paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and an available retirement plan. These benefits underscore the company’s commitment to the welfare and satisfaction of its employees, making it an attractive employment opportunity for those seeking a stable and rewarding career in the manufacturing and rendering sector.