Grain Operations

Central United Cooperative; Buffalo Lake (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Central United Cooperative in Minnesota is seeking a Grain Handling Associate to unload/load trucks, weigh and test grain, and maintain a safe, orderly yard. You will work with grain facilities and provide excellent customer service to patrons, while supporting other departments as needed.

This role requires a high school diploma, valid driver’s insurability, ability to operate tractors, semis, grain trucks, loaders, and conveyors, and willingness to work peak-season extended hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must be an insurable driver.
• Ability to operate tractors, semis, grain trucks, loaders, and conveyors.
• Availability to work extended hours during peak seasons.
• Computer and data entry skills.
• Must be able to follow directions and effectively communicate with others.
• Agriculture background preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming/outgoing grain by unloading/loading trucks.
• Weigh, sample, and test grain for quality purposes.
• Assist in maintenance and housekeeping of grain facilities and yards; notify supervisor of safety concerns.
• Load train shuttle cars.
• Transport grain off farms and complete local grain deliveries as requested by supervisor.
• Observe OSHA, State, and Federal safety regulations.
• Monitor and maintain quality of grain inventory.
• General maintenance of grain handling equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist patrons.
• Assist other departments and cooperative locations as needed.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Skills

Operate tractors & grain trucks

Data entry

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Handle incoming/outgoing grain by unloading/loading trucks
• Weigh, sample, and test grain for quality purposes
• Assist in the general maintenance and housekeeping of grain facilities and the yard(s) to keep things neat and clean. Notify supervisor of any safety concerns
• Load train shuttle cars
• Transport grain off farms and complete local grain deliveries as requested by supervisor
• Observe OSHA, State, and Federal safety regulations
• Monitor and maintain quality of grain inventory
• General maintenance of grain handling equipment
• Provide excellent customer service and assist patrons
• Will assist other departments and cooperative locations as needed
• Additional duties may be assigned by management

Requirements

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma
• Must be an insurable driver
• Ability to operate tractors, semi's, grain trucks, loaders, and conveyors
• Availability to work extended hours during peak seasons
• Computer and data entry skills
• Must be able to follow directions and effectively communicate with others
• Agriculture background preferred but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift 75lbs., climb ladders and/or rail cars, stairs, and bins
• May also be required to work in confined spaces
• Must be able to work in grain dust and during inclement weather
• Must be able to perform all physical requirements of the position