Harvest-Season Grain Elevator Operator

Kanza Cooperative Association; Byers (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kanza Cooperative Association is hiring a Seasonal Elevator Operator for the fall harvest period in Kansas. The role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service while assisting with receiving, storing, and shipping grain, and performing maintenance as qualified.

Responsibilities include greeting customers, loading/unloading grain trucks, inspecting grain quality, operating conveyors and related equipment, monitoring temperatures, and maintaining a clean and safe facility.

Qualifications

• Greet customers in a courteous, positive manner and assist with inquiries.
• Promote open communication and collaboration within the team.
• Uphold safety protocols to maintain a safe workplace.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with inquiries or concerns in a prompt, professional manner.
• Load and unload grain trucks and inspect grain for moisture, insects, and foreign material.
• Operate elevator equipment to move grain into storage or loadout (conveyors, trippers, flow pipes).
• Monitor grain temperatures and record readings; perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintain a clean, organized facility and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Job description

Kanza Cooperative Association is hiring a Seasonal Elevator Operator for the fall harvest period in Kansas. The role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service while assisting with receiving, storing, and shipping grain, and performing maintenance as qualified.

Responsibilities include greeting customers, loading/unloading grain trucks, inspecting grain quality, operating conveyors and related equipment, monitoring temperatures, and maintaining a clean and safe facility.