Operations Associate

frontiercooperative; Waverly (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Coop pension

401(k) plan

Health coverage

Paid time off

Uniform allowances

Wellness program

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonus

Job summary

Frontier Cooperative—Nebraska-based agricultural coop—seeks hands-on team members for grain operations, agronomy support, and safe handling of agricultural products. You will operate scales, loaders, and conveyors, inspect grain quality, load unload shipments, and assist with fertilizer mixing and field deliveries.

We value reliability, safety, and community-minded service. Opportunities include equipment maintenance, customer service, and assisting with retail tasks, with competitive benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; agriculture background preferred.
• 2+ years of agricultural experience preferred.
• Ability to operate grain handling equipment and basic math skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA/state/federal safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate weigh scales, grain probes, elevators, conveyors, and dust collectors.
• Grade grain samples for moisture and quality and load/unload trucks and rail cars.
• Monitor grain flow, bin capacity, and maintain grain quality during storage.
• Assist with agronomy tasks such as mixing dry fertilizers and lime.
• Support safe handling of anhydrous ammonia and equipment maintenance.
• Provide customer service and assist with inventory and retail tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Basic math

Safety regulations

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Agriculture background preferred

Tools

Grain handling equipment

Elevators & scales

Skid-steer / auger

Forklift / track mobile

Tractors & equipment

Job description

At Frontier Cooperative, we believe agriculture is more than a business, it's a way of life. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. But what sets us apart is how we do it: with integrity, with quality, and with a deep commitment to the communities we're proud to call home. We're looking for people who share those values and want to grow with us.

What you'll do

Grain operations

• 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

Agronomy

• Mix dry fertilizers and lime using a hopper scale and mixer
• Operate front loaders, skid-steer loaders, or augers to load mixes into tender trucks or spreaders
• Mix and load liquid nitrogen or bulk chemicals into tender trucks for field delivery
• Assist custom applicators with hose connections, transfer pump operations, and blend ticket completion

Anhydrous ammonia

• Safely fill nurse tanks to a maximum of 85% capacity; monitor gauges and weigh filled tanks
• Record outgoing and returning tank weights
• Inspect and repair valves, tires, signage, hitches, u-joints, bearings, and pop-offs
• Keep tanks clean and report safety concerns or major mechanical issues to a supervisor

Equipment maintenance

• 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

Customer service & retail

• 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

Grounds & facility

• Mow, weed whip, spray weeds, remove snow, and grade rocked driveways
• Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, state, and federal regulations

What we are looking for

• 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

Why join us?

• Paycheck for life:Cooperative pension plan, plus 401(k) with traditional and Roth options
• Comprehensive health coverage:Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental plans, and FSA/HSA spending accounts
• Paid time off:Vacation and sick leave to rest and recharge
• Uniform & boot allowances:Annual allowances so you're always equipped and ready
• 360 Wellness Program:Whole-person wellness with real incentives
• Sign-on & referral bonuses:Get rewarded for joining and for bringing great people with you

Additional benefits available — ask us for details.