Grain Elevator Operator — 12-Hour Shifts, Growth & Benefits

Bunge; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Parental leave and fertility coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation time

Job summary

Bunge-SCF Grain facility in Fairmont City, IL is expanding for 24/7 operations. The Elevator Operator will manage loading, unloading, and transferring grain and grain products while ensuring safety and sanitation across the facility.

Rotating 12-hour day or night shifts begin at a pay rate of $20.75 per hour with opportunities for short-term advancement. Ideal candidates bring willingness to learn, strong communication, and ability to work in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in all weather conditions.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with other facility personnel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in loading, unloading, and transferring grain and grain products for truck, barge, and rail.
• Inspect barges, trucks, and railcars before loading.
• Operate and monitor grain handling equipment (grain dryer, control room, bin sweeps, locomotives).
• Follow Bunge safety and environmental programs and demonstrate safe practices.
• Record all required documentation accurately.
• Perform housekeeping and cleaning duties.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Work at heights

Work in confined spaces

Ability to operate in all weather

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bunge-SCF Grain facility in Fairmont City, IL is expanding for 24/7 operations. The Elevator Operator will manage loading, unloading, and transferring grain and grain products while ensuring safety and sanitation across the facility.

Rotating 12-hour day or night shifts begin at a pay rate of $20.75 per hour with opportunities for short-term advancement. Ideal candidates bring willingness to learn, strong communication, and ability to work in a high-demand environment.