Grain Operations Associate – Impactful Farm Coop Role

frontiercooperative; Plattsmouth (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & retirement options

Health coverage

Paid time off

Uniform & boot allowances

Wellness program

Sign-on & referral bonuses

Job summary

Frontier Cooperative in Nebraska is seeking candidates for a full-time grain operations role. You will operate weigh scales, conveyors, and storage systems, monitor grain quality, and move grain as needed to address issues.

The position also covers equipment maintenance, routine vehicle and machinery servicing, and safety compliance. A strong customer service mindset, basic math skills, and OSHA knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; agriculture-related background preferred.
• 2+ years of agricultural experience preferred.
• Ability to operate elevators, scales, skid-steer, auger, forklift, track mobile, and farm tractors.
• Strong customer service and basic math skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA, state, and federal safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate weigh scales, grain probes, elevator legs, conveyors, distributors, and dust collectors.
• Examine grain samples for moisture, contamination, and overall quality.
• Load and unload grain trucks and rail cars; monitor grain flow and bin capacity.
• Maintain grain quality during storage by managing aeration fans and monitoring for mold or insects.
• Move or blend grain as needed to address quality issues.
• Sweep bins and clean boot-pits regularly to meet OSHA standards.
• Assemble and dismantle flat grain storage structures including bunkers and aeration tubes.
• Operate augers and skid-steer loaders to move grain in and out of flat storage.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles, machinery, and elevator equipment.
• Change oil and filters; fix tires; replace bearings, brakes, belts, bulbs, fuses, wipers, and hydraulic hoses.
• Perform preventive maintenance on dryer fans and elevator structures.
• Keep all equipment clean inside and out to promote safety and a positive company image.
• Greet customers promptly, listen to their needs, and resolve issues or elevate to a supervisor.
• Assist customers loading products and secure loads for safe transit.
• Stock and rotate shelves, maintain proper product storage, and assist with inventory counts.
• Mow, weed whip, spray weeds, remove snow, and grade rocked driveways.
• Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Agriculture background preferred

Tools

Elevators

Scales

Skid-steer

Auger

Forklift

Track mobile

Farm tractors

Job description

Frontier Cooperative in Nebraska is seeking candidates for a full-time grain operations role. You will operate weigh scales, conveyors, and storage systems, monitor grain quality, and move grain as needed to address issues.

The position also covers equipment maintenance, routine vehicle and machinery servicing, and safety compliance. A strong customer service mindset, basic math skills, and OSHA knowledge are essential.