Grain Elevator Operator - 1st Shift

Bartlett Co.; Missouri; On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Profit sharing

401(k) with match

Overtime pay 1.5x

PPE provided

Cold weather clothing reimbursement

Safety culture

Uniform Services Time Off

Job summary

Bartlett Co. in St Joseph, MO is seeking an Elevator Operator to manage grain receiving, storage, handling, drying, blending and loading. You will monitor grain quality and maintain facilities to keep a safe work environment, with cross-training to handle various tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, reliable transportation, and the ability to read and follow English instructions. Overtime and weekend work are common, with full‑time hours on the 1st shift from 6:30am to 3pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must read, write, understand and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English.
• Available to work overtime and weekends.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Grain receiving, storage, handling, drying, blending and loading.
• Monitor stored grain condition.
• Maintain and clean grain facilities and equipment for a safe environment.
• Cross-trained to perform a variety of tasks.

Skills

English reading/writing

Reliable transportation

Safety awareness

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

1005 SW Lower Lake Rd, St Joseph, MO 64504, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 31, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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: St Joseph, MO

Compensation: $21/hr and up

Days/Hours: This job will be 1st shift, 6:30am to 3pm, M-F with ample overtime, including weekends.

Equipment Used: Various grain handling equipment, mainly conveyors and legs

Material Handled: Bulk commodities: wheat, corn, soybeans, etc

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

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

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Bartlett:

• 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
• 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

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role:

• 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
• 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/

1005 SW Lower Lake Rd, St Joseph, MO 64504, USA