Grain Elevator Operator (Seasonal) - Central Ontario FS - Mitchell and Milverton, ON

GROWMARK; Milverton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An agronomy division in Ontario seeks a seasonal team member mainly for grain handling and equipment operation from September to December. The role may transition to full-time based on performance. Candidates should have a valid G driver's license, be physically fit, and possess conversational English skills. This position offers experience in the field while contributing to customer service and facility maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs safely.
• Full G driver's license required.
• Comfortable with operating a variety of plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload trucks and operate grain dryers.
• Perform routine checks and maintenance of machinery.
• Conduct monthly silo inventory and manage paperwork.
• Provide year-round customer service support.
• Maintain facility grounds and assist with silo cleanouts.

Skills

Comfortable with computer/digital technology

Understanding of electrical panels

Physically fit to climb heights

Ability to lift 50lbs

General knowledge of plant equipment

Full G driver's license

Conversational English skills

Job description

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc., is a great company to work for, large enough to offer solid career opportunities and great benefits, but with a friendly, personal feel.

AtCentral Ontario FS, we specialize in agronomy, energy products and grain marketing. We are driven to deliver innovative solutions to help improve the profitability of our customers and farmer owners.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Grain Handling: Load/unload trucks, operate grain dryers, receive and grade grain.
• Equipment Operation: Use forklifts, bobcats, trucks, and automated systems.
• Maintenance: Perform routine checks, repairs, and upkeep of machinery and facilities.
• Inventory & Records: Conduct monthly silo inventory, manage scale weights and paperwork.
• Facility Care: Maintain elevator, grounds, and warehouse; assist with silo cleanouts. Climb ladders and work at heights.
• Customer Service: Provide year-round support and service to customers.

Note: This is a Seasonal position (September to December), but could lead to full time for the right candidate.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Comfortable with computer/digital technology
• An understanding of electrical panels
• Physically fit to climb heights
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• A general knowledge and skills required to safely operate straightforward plant equipment, and/or machinery
• Full G driver's license
• Conversational English skills, with the ability to follow posted safety rules and safe operating procedures; write and make accurate reporting entries, comprehend simple instructions

WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT US

• Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, INC. serves local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic products & solutions, including precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals.

• Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having more than 25 years of service.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.