Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as an Office Assistant in Ft. Pierre, SD!

Are you ready to kick-start your career in the agricultural industry? Dakota Mill and Grain, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and reliable Office Assistant to join our team at the Ft. Pierre Elevator. This position plays a crucial role in the daily administrative operations of our elevator facility.

Dakota Mill and Grain, Inc. is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services maintaining strong relationships, and supporting agricultural growth in our region.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee reception area, greet clients, answer telephones, route visitors and/or calls to the appropriate person.
• Assist clients with questions on market pricing/contracts.
• Perform miscellaneous client billings/invoices, process incoming payments, assist clients with account questions, and provide supporting paperwork (via print/email/fax or scanner)
• Submit paperwork to the Rapid City Home Office for grain account settlements (1001 forms).
• Obtain required information to set up new clients, ensuring credit applications are secured for those wishing to open charge accounts.
• Prepare outgoing mail and correspondence.
• Send samples to Aberdeen for accuracy checks on facility grain grading and for any accounts that request it.
• Janitorial upkeep of office area/bathrooms.
• Create daily inbound/outbound/intercompany transfer paperwork, verify accuracy, and enter into the Agris system.
• Provide support to other locations, grain merchandisers, upper management, agronomists, and general laborers as needed.
• Maintain reliable work attendance.

Qualifications:

• Successfully pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and physical.
• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally.
• Prior experience in a grain elevator or agricultural setting is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safety and ability to follow safety guidelines and protocols.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak harvest seasons.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Exposure to noise and dust
• Able to wear personal protective equipment and any other safety-related equipment as needed
• Able to work a minimum of 8 hours a day and overtime as required.

Benefits:

Working as an Office Assistant at Dakota Mill and Grain, Inc. comes with a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending programs for healthcare and dependent care
• Aflac supplemental insurance products
• SIMPLE IRA Retirement plan with company match
• College Savings Program
• Generous Paid time off and holidays

Join our team and take your career to new heights in the grain industry and contribute to the success of our local farmers and agricultural industry. Your contribution will be instrumental in our mission to provide quality grain products and services to our valued customers across South Dakota. Apply today and become part of our dedicated team!

EOE, including disability/vets.

Disclaimer

This document describes the position currently available. It is not an employment contract. Our company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.

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