Grain Elevator Operator-1st Shift

Bartlett; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO and Paid Holidays

Profit Sharing

401(k) with match

Overtime pay 1.5x

PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

Cold weather clothing reimbursement

Culture of safety

Team Members appreciated

Job summary

Bartlett, located in Kansas City, KS, is hiring for a grain elevator operator position on the first shift (6:00am–4:00pm, Mon–Thu, with overtime including weekends). Starting pay is $24.00/hr and up, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for overtime pay.

The role involves grain receiving, storage, handling, drying, blending, loading, and routine facility maintenance while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English.
• Reliable transportation to commute to site.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Professional demeanor focused on safety and quality.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Grain receiving, storage, handling, drying, blending and loading of grain; monitor stored grain condition.
• Maintain and clean grain facilities and equipment to ensure a safe work environment.
• Operate across multiple grain-handling tasks; cross-training for a variety of duties.

Skills

English literacy

Safety-minded

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Grow Your Career with Bartlett! Founded in 1907, Bartlett is a diverse agribusiness specializing in grain acquisition, storage, transportation, processing and merchandising. We’re a leading exporter of grain to Mexico and supply flour to a wide range of popular brands you likely encounter every day. As a Savage company, we’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

Location

Kansas City, KS

Compensation

$24.00/hr and up

Days/Hours

This job will be 1st shift, 6:00am-4:00pm, Mon-Thu with overtime as needed, including weekends.

Equipment Used

Various grain handling equipment, mainly conveyors and legs

Material Handled

Bulk commodities: wheat, corn, soybeans, etc

Video

Check out a video about a Day in the Life of our Elevator Operators!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcb5kBwhokA

Benefits

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401(k) with match
• Over time that pays 1.5 x your hourly rate
• PPE provided by the company
• Boot reimbursement
• Cold weather clothing reimbursement
• A culture of safety
• Uniform Services Time Off (USTO)
• Uniform Services Differential Pay
• A culture that appreciates Team Members

What You’ll Be Doing

The duties of this hands-on job will include grain receiving, storage, handling, drying, blending, and loading of grain; monitoring stored grain condition; and maintaining and cleaning grain facilities and equipment to provide a safe environment for you and fellow Team Members. Grain Elevator Operators will be cross-trained to perform a variety of tasks.

Requirements To Be Successful In This Position

• High school diploma or GED
• Reliable transportation
• For safety reasons, must be able to read, write, understand and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English
• Available to work overtime and weekends
• Professional demeanor (safety conscious, quality of job performance, cleanliness, and verbal communications)
• Able to pass a criminal background check

Physical Requirements

• This job can be physically strenuous
• You will be expected to be able to work in tight and confined spaces
• You will work at heights
• You will need the ability to frequently lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally more
• This job will require the ability to ascend/descend ladders
• You will be required to wear PPE

Safety Regulation: SAV SS

Additional Information

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace
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• Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification. This package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; supplemental coverage options; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit https://savageco.com/careers/benefits-information/