Elevator Operations – Grain Elevator – Norfolk, NE – 1030238 Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)

Farmer Veteran Coalition; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM's grain facilities in Norfolk, NE are seeking an Elevator Worker to support the safe handling, drying, storing, and loading of grain. This hands-on, outdoor role requires strong safety awareness and the ability to work various shifts in a fast-paced agricultural environment.

You will operate and monitor grain handling equipment, assist with receiving/shipping, perform housekeeping, and participate in ongoing safety training to ensure a clean, efficient facility and timely product movement.

Qualifications

• Commitment to zero-injury safety culture.
• Follow verbal and written instructions, including safety procedures.
• Strong attendance record and dependable work ethic.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends and rotating shifts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather, dust, and grain odors.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload grain from trucks and railcars using automated and manual equipment.
• Operate and monitor grain dryers, conveyors, elevators, and other handling systems.
• Assist with receiving and shipping operations for accurate documentation and safe product transfer.
• Perform housekeeping to maintain a safe, tour-ready environment.
• Conduct walk-throughs to identify product flow issues, safety hazards, or equipment concerns.
• Assist in basic maintenance and troubleshooting of grain handling systems.

Skills

Safety culture

Procedural compliance

Attendance

Overtime flexibility

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job DescriptionElevator Worker – Grain Elevator

Location: Norfolk, NE

Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly

Position Summary: ADM is seeking a reliable, safety-minded Elevator Worker to join our grain operations team in Norfolk, NE. This position plays a vital role in the daily functioning of the grain elevator, supporting the receiving, handling, drying, storing, and loading of grain. The Elevator Worker ensures the safe and efficient movement of product and contributes to a clean and well-maintained facility. This is a hands-on, physically active role in a fast-paced agricultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload grain from trucks and railcars using automated and manual equipment
• Operate and monitor grain dryers, conveyors, elevators, and other material handling systems
• Assist with receiving and shipping operations to ensure accurate documentation and safe product transfer
• Perform regular facility housekeeping duties, including sweeping, vacuuming, shoveling grain, and cleaning equipment to maintain a safe and tour-ready work environment
• Conduct routine facility walk-throughs to check for product flow issues, safety hazards, or equipment concerns
• Assist in basic maintenance and troubleshooting of grain handling systems and machinery
• Support pre-harvest and post-harvest preparation and cleanup activities
• Monitor equipment operations and promptly report malfunctions or safety concerns
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and truck drivers
• Follow all ADM safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space, and fall protection protocols
• Participate in ongoing safety and operational training as required

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

• Commitment to ADM's goal of achieving a zero-injury safety culture
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, including safety procedures and operational guidelines
• Strong attendance record and dependable work ethic
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts, including days, evenings, and nights, depending on operational needs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work in outdoor and non-climate-controlled environments, exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, and grain odors

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, and on ladders or stairs
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and sitting
• Must be able to wear respiratory protection and other required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Preferred

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience in agriculture, manufacturing, warehouse, or grain handling operations
• Basic mechanical aptitude or interest in learning grain facility operations

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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