Grain Elevator Operator - Rail Facility Tech

CGB Enterprises Inc; Dwight (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical and dental benefits

Paid leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

CGB Enterprises Inc in Dwight, Illinois, is seeking motivated individuals for grain and rail operations. You'll be responsible for transferring grain, performing general cleanup, and ensuring safety compliance.

No prior experience is necessary, making this an excellent opportunity for those interested in starting a career in the industrial sector. Benefits include a 401(k) retirement plan, health benefits, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Preferred: 1 year’s experience working in an industrial environment.
• Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Transfer, load and move grain to the appropriate location.
• Perform rail duties such as unloading and loading rail cars.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately and legibly.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Customer service focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! At CGB, you can contribute to meaningful work, grow professionally and personally, and belong in a place where everyone has a voice. Founded in 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. is known as an innovative and progressive leader in the grain and transportation industries. Today, CGB operates an enterprise with over 100 locations and nearly 2,000 U.S. employees overseeing a diverse family of businesses that provide an array of services for producers and logistics services for an international base of customers. The combination of our assets provides a growing organization that is celebrating over 50 years of strength and stability. Join a high‑performance team that keeps our rail operations running safely, efficiently, and on schedule—while working hands‑on in a fast‑paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow.

Responsibilities

Actual responsibilities will vary depending on daily needs and type of facility.

• Fully participate in the company Safety Program and attend daily pre‑shift meetings.
• Perform all duties within compliance of OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations (ISO where applicable); including wearing appropriate PPE for the task being performed.
• Transfer, load and move grain to the appropriate location.
• Perform rail duties such as prep, unload, load, placement, etc., of rail cars, where applicable.
• Perform duties associated with the weighing of trucks and grading of grain.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately and legibly.
• Perform general clean‑up including sweeping, shoveling, washing, painting and other general housekeeping responsibilities.
• Perform preventative maintenance and/or repairs, where applicable.
• Maintain grain quality while being stored and/or transferred.
• Depending on facility and location, may be responsible for movement of product to storage, loading of trucks using heavy equipment, loading of rail; operating, running, monitoring, and shutting down a dryer; and operating a variety of heavy equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: None required. Preferred: 1 year’s experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.
• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.
• Ability to complete documentation requirements.
• Ability to follow directions and use logical thought process to interpret oral and written instructions and troubleshoot problems.
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned tasks.
• Ability to remain focused on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

• Ability to balance constantly/continuously.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, crouch, crawl, kneel and squat frequently.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders to significant heights frequently.
• Ability to concentrate on a task without becoming distracted, constantly/continuously.
• Ability to distinguish grade, color, odor and various damage characteristics in grain samples (at some facilities).
• Ability to distinguish differences or similarities in intensity or quality odors using the nose.
• Ability to enter information into a computer.
• Ability to grasp and reach frequently.
• Ability to lift, push or pull 50lbs. occasionally to continuously depending on daily needs.
• Ability to use applicable PPE and meet fit testing requirements (PFT). Ability to pass required testing under FRA and DOT where applicable.
• Ability to perform work in confined spaces, on a barge surface, and around water (where applicable).
• Ability to stand and walk constantly/continuously.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, and over two‑way radio.
• Ability to work extended hours, on weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts as needed.
• Ability to work in environments with high dust levels around grain and other bulk products.
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to quickly adjust to signals or changes in the environment.
• Uses near, far and peripheral vision and depth perception for the task(s) being performed; may need to identify problems with grain.

Physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat, cold, wet, humid and dry conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment. Travel 5‑20% may be required at some facilities.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and disability benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick).
• Wellness programs.
• Recognition programs.
• Community involvement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employment

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO is the law in English or Spanish. We are unable to legally hire anyone who is not eligible to work in the United States and we are not able to sponsor visas.