Elevator Operator/Rail Loader - Mendota, IL

Illinois Ag; Mendota, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits start day 1

Paid vacation

401k with match

Company pension

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

ADM in Mendota, IL is seeking an Elevator Operator/Rail Loader for 2nd shift (with training on 1st shift). You will manage wheat inventory, load/unload railcars, and perform rail movements while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires independence, punctuality, and strong communication skills, with a focus on GMP and lockout/tagout procedures. Training provided and benefits start day one.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal & written).

Responsibilities

• Manages daily receiving, intake, transfer, and inventory of wheat with accurate recordkeeping.
• Loads/unloads rail cars/trucks for wheat, flour, and middlings with safety and efficiency.
• Coordinates railcar movement and related inventory activities.
• Operates locomotives, trackmobile/railcar movers, and other plant equipment; performs inspections.

Skills

Independence

Punctuality

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

### Job Details#### Job Title:Elevator Operator/Rail Loader - Mendota, IL#### Location:,, ,#### Company:#### Industry Sector:#### Industry Type:#### Career Type:#### Job Type:Full Time#### Minimum Years Experience Required:N/A#### Salary:### Get Job Alerts**Career Type:** Operator/General Laborer**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# Elevator Operator/Rail Loader - Mendota, IL| Number of Years Experience: | Minimum Education Completed: | || Education Major / Discipline Category: | Most Recent / Current Occupation: | |**Job Description****Elevator Operator & Rail Loader - 2nd Shift - Mendota, IL**Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:00PM - 10:00PM with call-in coverage, as needed. This position will start on 1st shift (Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM) for initial training period.ADM 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 Day (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)**Position Summary:**The Elevator Operator & Rail Loader is responsible for all equipment and processes within the Elevator Department, rail loading/rail movement, and Middlings/feed handling. This role is responsible for managing wheat inventory, unloading and loading railcars, unloading wheat trucks, loading Middling trucks and performing rail movement as locomotive/rail mover driver or ground person. The Elevator Operator & Rail Loader must maintain the desired safety, production, quality, and environmental objectives.**Responsibilities:*** Manages the daily receiving, intake, transfer, and inventory of wheat, including accurate recordkeeping in company reporting systems.* Loads unloads rail cars/trucks, including wheat, flour, and middlings in a safe, efficient, and timely manner, completing all required documentation and procedures.* Coordinates and executes railcar movement, rail pump-offs, and related inventory management activities.* Operates motorized and mobile equipment, including but not limited to locomotives, trackmobile/railcar movers, skid steers, articulating boom lifts, telehandlers, forklifts, and car gate openers.* Performs daily equipment inspections and walkthroughs to verify equipment functionality and promptly reports issues or safety concerns to leadership.* Assists with routine equipment care, cleaning, and basic preventative maintenance, as needed.* Executes daily Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure and maintain cleanliness throughout the plant and department.* Follows and understands ESLP (Equipment Specific Lockout Procedure) to ensure safe and successful Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) of process equipment.* Adheres to all safety regulations and partners with team members and plant leadership to foster a culture of safety for all individuals.* Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.**Requirements:*** Ability to work independently with a high level of autonomy.* Willing to take initiative and assist with driving results.* 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.**Preferred Skills:*** Mechanical inclination and aptitude with ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.* Understanding of manufacturing safety policies and procedures.* Proficiency in Windows Computer Operating System and related software.**Education & Experience:*** High School Diploma/GED, required.* Must be 18 years of age or older.* Past grain elevator operations experience preferred.* Experience in manufacturing workplace operating heavy machinery, preferred.* 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).**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, wheat, chemicals, or 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:113637BR**#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: 09/28/26Here are some other jobs you may be interested in applying for.| | || - | - || Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) Effingham, Illinois | Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) Creve Coeur, Illinois || Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) Effingham, Illinois | |1 person is interested in this job.