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Belstra

Plant Operator

Demotte, IN · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Belstra Milling Co. is a family-owned agricultural business based in Demotte, IN. We are searching ... Load and unload ingredients from hopper bottom trailers as needed * Operate forklift and semi-truck ...

Belstra

Night Shift Plant Operator

Demotte, IN · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Belstra Milling Co. is a family-owned agricultural business based in Demotte, IN. We are searching ... Load and unload ingredients from hopper bottom trailers as needed * Operate forklift and semi-truck ...

Belstra Milling Company

Night Shift Plant Operator

IN · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Belstra Milling Co. is a family-owned agricultural business based in ... Load and unload ingredients from hopper bottom trailers as needed * Operate forklift and semi-truck ...

Belstra Milling Company

Plant Operator

IN · On-site

$21/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Belstra Milling Co. is a family-owned agricultural business based in ... Load and unload ingredients from hopper bottom trailers as needed * Operate forklift and semi-truck ...

Pilgrim's

Feed Mill Receiver 1st shift

De Queen, AR · On-site

Unload railcars and hopper-bottom trailers while ensuring each product is directed to the correct storage bin. * Load and unload feed ingredients from trucks and railcars safely and efficiently.

Belstra

2nd Shift Plant Operator

Demotte, IN · On-site

$21/hr

Belstra Milling Co. is a family-owned agricultural business based in Demotte, IN. We are searching ... Load and unload ingredients from hopper bottom trailers as needed * Operate forklift and semi-truck ...

Belstra Milling Company

2nd Shift Plant Operator

IN · On-site

$21/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Belstra Milling Co. is a family-owned agricultural business based in ... Load and unload ingredients from hopper bottom trailers as needed * Operate forklift and semi-truck ...

Pilgrim's

Feed Mill Receiver 2nd Shift

De Queen, AR · On-site

Unload railcars and hopper-bottom trailers while ensuring each product is directed to the correct storage bin. * Load and unload feed ingredients from trucks and railcars safely and efficiently.

Belstra Milling Co

2nd Shift Plant Operator

Demotte, IN · On-site

$21/hr

Description Belstra Milling Co. is a family-owned agricultural business based in Demotte, IN. We ... Load and unload ingredients from hopper bottom trailers as needed * Operate forklift and semi-truck ...

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How much do entry level hopper bottom owner operator jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average weekly pay for entry level hopper bottom owner operator in the United States is $4,395.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,403.85 and $6,538.46 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Hopper Bottom Owner Operator vs Entry Level Flatbed Owner Operator?

AspectEntry Level Hopper Bottom Owner OperatorEntry Level Flatbed Owner Operator
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), basic trucking experienceCDL, basic experience, sometimes additional certifications for load securement
Work EnvironmentTransporting bulk commodities like grain, coal, or sand in hopper trailersHauling large, flat loads such as construction materials or machinery
Industry UsageFrequent in agriculture, mining, and bulk material industriesCommon in construction, manufacturing, and freight industries

Entry Level Hopper Bottom Owner Operators primarily transport bulk commodities using hopper trailers, often in agricultural or mining sectors. In contrast, Entry Level Flatbed Owner Operators haul large, flat loads across various industries. While both roles require a CDL and basic trucking experience, hopper operators focus on bulk material transport, whereas flatbed operators handle diverse cargo requiring securement skills.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Hopper Bottom Owner Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $228,575 per year, or $109.9 per hour.

Utility Feed Batching Operator FM02, 2nd Shift, Albertville Feed Mill, AL

Tyson Foods

Albertville, AL • On-site

$18.10/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Tyson Foods rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 550 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

294th of 436 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Job Details:

Starting Pay: $18.10/hr plus $2.00 shift premium

Summary: This position is responsible for loading Feed Trucks, unloading Feed Delivery Trucks, Hopper bottom trucks and rail cars at this facility following Packers and Stockyards Procedures.

Tasks: This position is responsible for loading Feed Trucks, unloading Feed Delivery Trucks, Hopper bottom trucks at this facility following Packers and Stockyards Procedures. Perform Feed Order/Deliver System Functions. Report needed repairs to equipment. Assist in repair of equipment. Operate receiving equipment. Fill in for Team Members who are absent or on vacation. Run errands. Keep work areas clean.

Requirements: Must have basic computer skills--experience using SAP, Workday, MTech, and other Tyson Feed Systems preferred. Must have basic mechanical skills. Must be willing to read and write. Must be willing and able to operate receiving equipment. Must be willing and able to lift more than 50 lbs. Must be willing to use a broom, shovel, dustpan, and air wand. Must be willing and able to use an 8 lb. to 12 lb. sledgehammer. Must be willing and able to climb ladders and stairs. Must be willing to work in elevated area. Must be willing to ride in a man-lift. Must have a valid Alabama Driver License with a good driving record. Must be willing to participate in team efforts. Must be willing to cross-train on all positions. Must be willing to work flexible hours. Must be willing to follow Mill Safety Rules. Must be willing to work in extreme heat and cold. Must be willing to work in a dusty environment.

Requirements:

Must have a total of six (6) months of machine operator experience. Experience may be a combination of employers as long as the total experience equals at least six (6) months.

Must have a total of six (6) months of continuous work experience with one (1) employer within the last twenty-four (24) months, regardless of whether the position held was an Operator position or not.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

All applicants must complete the final task that is separate from the application. If your application has not been fully submitted, you will need to complete any task that are awaiting. If you are logged in to your candidate profile, click on candidate home at the top right corner and it should show on the next screen the task that will need to be completed.

For Application Status please login into your candidate profile.

Please Select SMS text messaging during application process to be sure you will be contacted in a timely manner. Any Prior Workers that need to update their phone number please call Ask HR at 1-479-290-5000

Rehire Criteria: Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days. Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire. Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.


The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.


Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.


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Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

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