Elevator Operator

Kanza Cooperative Association; Sedgwick (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Elevator Operator, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of grain handling. This position emphasizes outstanding customer service and teamwork, creating a collaborative environment while upholding safety standards. You will be responsible for loading and unloading grain, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a clean facility. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement benefits, making this an exciting opportunity for those looking to contribute to a vital industry.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Leave Benefits

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with related experience preferred.
• Willingness to pursue additional job-related education opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and address inquiries efficiently.
• Load/unload trucks and inspect grain quality during unloading.
• Perform routine maintenance on elevator equipment.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Grain Inspection

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Grain Conveyors

Job description

Description

The Elevator Operator is a vital part of our team, responsible for providing outstanding customer service while assisting with the efficient receiving, storing, and shipping of grain. In addition, this role involves ensuring trucks are thoroughly cleaned and performing elevator maintenance as qualified. Key responsibilities also include promoting a positive and collaborative work environment by fostering strong communication, teamwork, and shared services. Above all, the Elevator Operator upholds safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe, efficient, and productive workplace for all. This position typically operates Monday through Friday, with additional seasonal Saturday morning shifts as needed during peak times such as harvest. Flexibility is essential to accommodate varying seasonal demands.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Greets customers with a positive, courteous attitude, ensuring a welcoming and professional experience. Provides exceptional service by promptly addressing customer inquiries, questions, and concerns in a respectful and efficient manner. Assists in resolving customer issues and problems quickly and effectively.
• Loads and unloads trucks, ensuring all processes are carried out accurately. Inspects grain for insects, moisture, and foreign materials during unloading to maintain quality. Reads thermometers to check grain temperatures at various levels within storage tanks, ensuring timely and precise monitoring.
• Operates conveyors, selects flow pipes, sets trippers, and chooses storage tanks to efficiently move grain into storage or for the loading department. Performs routine maintenance and repairs on all elevator equipment to ensure smooth operations. Fills anhydrous ammonia tanks as needed.
• Maintains the facility's cleanliness at all times, ensuring safety standards are met. Must be flexible, working a variable schedule during harvest, including different shifts, days of the week, and overtime as necessary. Completes all paperwork accurately and on time, adhering to required guidelines.
• Effectively communicates with customers, employees, and management both verbally and in writing. Promotes a culture of safety, consistently following safety policies, procedures, and reporting requirements. Complies with all state and federal laws, codes, and regulations. Maintains a clean, professional appearance and demonstrates prompt, regular attendance.
• Performs other duties as required to contribute to the team’s success.

Kanza Coop offers an AMAZING & VERY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE including health, dental, vision & life insurance; flexible spending account; 401(k) matching and Coop retirement benefits; and paid leave benefits (including parental leave).

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Willing to seek out and attend additional continuing education, seminars, classes or other job-related education requirements or opportunities.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Commercial Pesticide Certification 7B preferred

Forklift Certification preferred

Commercial Applicator’s License preferred

NH3 Handling Certification preferred