Grain Elevator Operator - 2nd shift

Bartlett Co.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established agribusiness that values its team members and promotes a culture of safety and teamwork. As a Grain Elevator Operator, you will play a crucial role in the handling and processing of bulk commodities like wheat and corn. This hands-on position involves working in a dynamic environment where you will receive training in various tasks, ensuring a safe and productive workplace. Enjoy excellent benefits, including medical coverage, profit sharing, and a supportive work culture that recognizes the contributions of every team member. If you are safety-conscious and ready to take on physical challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Profit sharing

401(k) with match

Cold weather clothing reimbursement

PPE provided

Uniform Services Time Off (USTO)

Uniform Services Differential Pay

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safety protocols and instructions.
• Experience with grain handling and storage processes.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, handle, and load grain efficiently.
• Monitor grain condition and maintain equipment.

Skills

Grain handling

Safety awareness

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grain handling equipment

Job description

Come grow with us! Established in 1907, Bartlett, a Savage Company, is a diverse agribusiness focused on the acquisition, storage, transportation, processing, and merchandising of grain. As part of Savage, Bartlett has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation.

Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply.

The Basics

Compensation: $25.00/hr and up

Days/Hours: This job will be 2 nd shift, 1:30pm to 9:30pm, Monday thru Thursday and 11am to 7pm on Friday with overtime as needed, including weekends.

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

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

Check out this 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

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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