Grain Handling Operator — Safe, Growth‑Oriented Role

The Mennel Milling Company; Cave Spring (VA); On-site; USD 2,617,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

PTO & Holidays

Health Benefits

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Retirement

Job summary

The Mennel Milling Company in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking an Elevator Operator to join our team. This full-time role focuses on receiving, storing, conditioning, drying, transferring and loading grain while maintaining safe, efficient facility operations.

You will work in a fast-paced industrial environment with grain handling equipment, learn GMPs and safety protocols, and contribute to quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous agricultural, manufacturing, grain handling, or industrial experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand tools.
• Ability to climb fixed and portable ladders and work at heights exceeding 180 feet.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and pass a Qualitative Respirator Fit Test.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, fall protection, respirators, and safety footwear.
• Strong attention to safety, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, condition, dry, transfer, and load grain safely.
• Inspect corn, wheat, and soybeans and maintain grain quality standards.
• Perform sanitation, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs.
• Work safely around grain trucks, railcars, trailers, barges, and other equipment.
• Follow GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, FSMA and company policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Ladder climbing

PPE usage

Confined spaces

Respirator fit test

Safety & communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Mennel Milling Company in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking an Elevator Operator to join our team. This full-time role focuses on receiving, storing, conditioning, drying, transferring and loading grain while maintaining safe, efficient facility operations.

You will work in a fast-paced industrial environment with grain handling equipment, learn GMPs and safety protocols, and contribute to quality and compliance.