Bin Technician in Van Buren, Indiana at Weaver
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Job Description
Location: Van Buren, IN
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Summer hours may shift to 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM due to heat.)
At Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing, quality starts long before popcorn reaches the microwave. As a Bin Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our raw popcorn is stored, conditioned, and handled safely to deliver the highest quality product to our customers.
If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, solving problems, and taking ownership of an essential part of the manufacturing process, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll DoAs a Bin Technician, you will:
- Operate and maintain grain drying and storage systems.
- Monitor grain bins for temperature, moisture, airflow, and overall product quality.
- Collect corn samples for moisture, damage, and quality testing.
- Prepare and clean storage bins between fills.
- Unload incoming popcorn using grain handling equipment.
- Verify product placement and inventory within storage bins.
- Assist with bin inspections, cleanouts, and preventative maintenance.
- Probe storage bins and record quality data in AS400.
- Operate tractors, augers, and semi-trucks to transport and move corn.
- Support continuous improvement efforts to increase safety, efficiency, and product quality.
Harvest typically begins in September and may continue into early the following year depending on weather conditions. During the 6–8 week harvest season, grain receiving operations may run up to 12 hours per day, including weekends, providing additional overtime opportunities.
- Double Time on Sundays
- Time-and-a-Half after 40 hours worked in a workweek
At Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing, our team is committed to producing quality products while living our core values:
- Committed to Each Other
- Trustworthy in All Relationships
- United in Purpose as a Team
- Foster a Culture of Positivity
- Committed to Growth
If you're looking for a hands-on career where your work directly impacts production, quality, and customer satisfaction, apply today and grow with Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing.
Opportunity and Inclusion Statement:
Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to opportunity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone can succeed. Employment and hiring decisions are made based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications—without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and strengthens our company culture. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Requirements:What We're Looking For:
Required:
- Must be able to read, write, and understand English to perform job duties effectively and safely.
- Ability to work at heights up to 80 feet
- Flexible schedule to support operational needs, including weekends or extended shifts
- Drive a semi-truck
- Drive farm related equipment
Preferred:
- Strong time management and prioritization skills
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues
- Experience with grain handling or agricultural equipment
- Basic understanding of product conditioning and storage environments