Dry Grind Rail Loader/Unloader - Cedar Rapids, IA

Iowa Ag; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time & personal days

401k with company match

Pension plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) in Cedar Rapids, IA is hiring for the Dry Grind Rail Loader/Unloader position. You will load and unload railcars and trucks, operate locomotives and other heavy equipment, and help manage inventory in a safety-conscious production setting.

The role emphasizes adherence to GMP, safety protocols, and effective communication with team members. A high school diploma or GED is required, with prior industrial experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in industrial or mechanical manufacturing preferred.
• Able to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written).

Responsibilities

• Loads railcars and trucks with ethanol, DDGS and corn oil following guidelines.
• Unloads products and ensures safe loading/unloading with truck drivers.
• Operates heavy equipment and monitors inventory accuracy.
• Maintains GMP cleanliness and safety standards daily.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

### Job Details#### Job Title:Dry Grind Rail Loader/Unloader - Cedar Rapids, IA#### Location:,, ,#### Company:#### Industry Sector:#### Industry Type:#### Career Type:#### Job Type:Full Time#### Minimum Years Experience Required:N/A#### Salary:$31.31-$34.57 HOUR### Get Job Alerts**Career Type:****Country:** USAI agree to receive alerts from and to the .Your alert was created successfully.x## General Alert Saved* The listings below are jobs matching the criteria you've selected for your General Alert on.Criteria selected was:* General alert saved for .* General alert notifications will be sent weekly on Monday.* Please note that you can only have one general alert active at any given time. Creating a new general alert will override an existing general alert.* Visit the to manage your alerts# Dry Grind Rail Loader/Unloader - Cedar Rapids, IA| Number of Years Experience: | Minimum Education Completed: | || Education Major / Discipline Category: | Most Recent / Current Occupation: | |**Job Description****Dry Grind Rail Loader/Unloader - Cedar Rapids, IA**$1,500 Sign-on Bonus!Pay Range: $31.31 - $34.57* On-Shift Starting Pay: $31.31 ($28.76 + 2.55-Shift Differential)* Locomotive Qualification: $32.31 ($29.76 + 2.55-Shift Differential)* Operator Qualification: $34.57 ($32.02 + 2.55-Shift Differential)* Annual performance-based raises* Additional pay increases for cross-trainingShift: 12-Hour rotating days & nightsADM is a part of the production of 30% of the food supply globally, on average you touch at least 7 items per day made with ADM ingredients. Everyone who works here is a big part of feeding the world. Learn more about ADM here: https://www.adm.com/.* Weekly Pay* Benefits Start Day 1* Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Personal Days (Vacation & Sick Time Effective Day 1)* 9 Company Paid Holidays* 401k with up to 5% Company Match* Cash Balance Plan (Pension)* Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Insurance* Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account* Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plan* Company Paid Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouse, & Children* Parental Leave Program* Employee Stock Purchase Plan* Tuition Assistance Program* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Company provided work boots, uniforms, and other PPE (personal protective equipment)The Dry Grind Rail Loader/Unloader is responsible for the loading and unloading of products at the Dry Grind facility (corn, ethanol, DDGS, and Corn Oil). The Dry Grind Rail Loader/Unloader is responsible for the safe operation of a locomotive and other motorized heavy equipment and ensuring efficient management of inventory.**Responsibilities:*** Loads railcars and trucks with ethanol, DDGS, and corn oil following department guidelines and enters data into computerized inventory management systems.* Unloads corn trucks and railcars and sends product to appropriate grain elevator storage.* Inspects railcars and trucks before and after loading to ensure safety and quality standards are met.* Operates motorized heavy equipment, including locomotives, skid steers, front-end loaders, JLG boom lifts, scissor lifts, articulating boom lights, and telehandlers.* Monitors truck driver unloading of products and partners with truck drivers to ensure the safe loading and unloading of product in the facility.* Manages rail yard Inventory through the movement and placement of railcars and ensures accuracy of inventory.* Collects in-process samples at appropriate collection times, conducts laboratory testing, enters results to database, and analyzes results to make in-process adjustments.* Follows and understands ESLP (Equipment Specific Lockout Procedure) to ensure safe and successful Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) of process equipment.* Responsible for equipment startup and shutdown needed to meet facility's production targets.* Executes daily Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure and maintain cleanliness throughout the plant and department.* Conducts routine maintenance checks, cleanings, and performs basic preventive maintenance on process equipment.* Adheres to all safety regulations and partners with team members and plant leadership to foster a culture of safety for all individuals.**On the Job Requirements:*** Ability to work independently with a high level of autonomy.* Possesses high degree of punctuality, work ethic, and reliability.* Able to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving.* Able to communicate effectively with department operators and leadership.* Possesses strong attention to detail and high levels of quality of work.* Mechanical inclination & aptitude with ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.* Proficiency in Windows computer operating system & related software.**Education & Experience Requirements:*** High School Diploma/GED, required.* Must be 18 years of age or older.* Must be eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship.* Ability to understand & effectively communication in English (verbal & written).* Strong fundamental skills (math, reading, writing, & verbal communication).* Experience in industrial or mechanical manufacturing environment.**Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:*** Ability to move about on a work site by ascending/descending stairs, extensive walking, climbing steps or ladders, prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently* Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights with open view grating from multiple elevations or in confined spaces* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds overhead* Ability to traverse two (2) miles or more during the course of a workday* Ambient conditions - Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Working in in extreme heat and cold in all seasonal elements, both indoors and outside on a regular basis.* Atmosphere: May come in contact with Dust (Peanut - known allergen), corn, cotton, canola seed, chemicals, and odor* Must be able to work around vibrating equipment and noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and will require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift* Employees are required to wear all company provided Personal Protective Equipment (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements (i.e., fall protection equipment and respirators)ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.REF:112059BR**#IncludingYou**Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by lawTo apply please click on APPLY TO THIS POSITIONJob Post Date: 08/09/26Here are some other jobs you may be interested in applying for.| | || - | - || Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) Des Moines, Iowa | Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) Cedar Rapids, Iowa || Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) Des Moines, Iowa | |2 people are