Scale Operator - Seasonal

frontiercooperative; Dwight (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Cooperative in Nebraska is seeking a reliable Operations/Clerical role to support scale operations, grain handling, and customer service. The position involves weighing trucks, recording data, and processing payments with a focus on accuracy and courtesy.

The role also covers office duties, filing, and maintaining a clean work area while delivering friendly service to farmers and customers. A related degree is preferred or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Proficient with computers and able to operate a computerized scale and record data accurately.
• Strong attention to detail for data entry, billing accuracy, and audits.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education, training, or agricultural experience.

Responsibilities

• Weigh inbound and outbound grain trucks on a computerized scale and log vehicle data.
• Probe grain moisture and grade foreign materials.
• Create and print receipts and tickets for customers and transfers.
• Verify scale tickets with customers and generate reports as needed.
• Record weight data for billing and conduct regular audits.
• Greet patrons and assist customers in person and by phone.
• Answer phones, process payments, and handle transaction questions.
• Perform general clerical duties including filing and errands.
• Maintain cleanliness of the office and scale room.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Scale operation

Data entry accuracy

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Billing software

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:

Scale Operations

• Weigh inbound and outbound grain trucks using a computerized scale; log vehicle type, tags, and driver information for each transaction
• Probe grain to check moisture levels and grade the amount of foreign materials
• Create and print receipts and tickets for customers and location transfers
• Verify scale tickets with customers and generate reports as needed
• Accurately record weight data for billing purposes and perform regular audits to ensure proper billing

Customer Service

• Greet patrons, customers, farmers, and employees promptly and courteously
• Answer phones promptly and direct calls as needed
• Accept and process payments and assist customers with transaction questions

Office & Clerical Support

• Perform general clerical duties including filing, answering phones, and running errands
• Pick up and drop off mail at the post office as needed
• Maintain cleanliness of the office and scale room

What we are looking for:

• Proficient with computers; ability to operate a computerized scale and accurately record transaction data
• Strong attention to detail for data entry, billing accuracy, and audit processes
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or agricultural experience