Grain Ops Specialist: Fast-Paced, High-Impact Role

FARMERS CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY; Boyden (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

PTO after 30 days

Paid holidays

Company bonus

Health insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Identity theft insurance

Clothing allowance

Employee discount

Job summary

Farmers Coop Society in Iowa seeks a Grain Operations Specialist to run grain handling equipment from receiving to outbound loading. You will monitor quality and make real-time adjustments to ensure every bushel meets high standards while moving grain efficiently by truck and maintaining safety.

You will inspect equipment, perform maintenance, and work with conveyors, elevators, and dryers. A strong work ethic, CDL if possible, and a team‑oriented mindset are required to help feed the world.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Seasonal, fast-paced work environment with harvest peaks.
• Mechanical, electrical, or welding skills.
• Experience in agriculture, grain operations, or industrial environments.
• CDL preferred or ability to obtain CDL.

Responsibilities

• Operate grain handling equipment from receiving to outbound loading.
• Monitor grain quality and adjust processes in real time.
• Move grain through the system by truck; no rail.
• Inspect equipment and perform daily maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Work with conveyors, bucket elevators, grain dryers, and other machinery.
• Maintain a clean, safe, efficient facility and follow safety practices.
• Interact with local farmers and truck drivers to ensure accurate service.
• Represent the cooperative with professionalism and pride.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL

Job description

Farmers Coop Society in Iowa seeks a Grain Operations Specialist to run grain handling equipment from receiving to outbound loading. You will monitor quality and make real-time adjustments to ensure every bushel meets high standards while moving grain efficiently by truck and maintaining safety.

You will inspect equipment, perform maintenance, and work with conveyors, elevators, and dryers. A strong work ethic, CDL if possible, and a team‑oriented mindset are required to help feed the world.