Seasonal Grain Elevator Operator

The DeLong Co., Inc.; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Rx coverage

Life insurance

401k with matching

FSA

Dependent Care Accounts

Vacation time

Sick time

Career advancement

Job summary

The DeLong Co., Inc. is seeking a Grain Elevator General Labor Operator for a seasonal full-time role in Joliet, IL. Typical hours are Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 4 p.m., with some flexibility in the schedule.

The position involves unloading, loading and transferring grain by truck, warehouse, and rail, while maintaining safety, cleanliness, and equipment readiness in an outdoor environment. A strong focus on teamwork, reliability, and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent people skills and ability to collaborate with a team.
• Flexible and able to multitask; can work within a fast-moving environment.
• Must be able to work long hours on a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Must be safety oriented and follow policies.
• Strong awareness of safety protocols in grain handling facilities.

Responsibilities

• As a Grain Elevator General Labor Operator you must work safely within company policy, procedures, and governmental regulations and fully participate in company safety programs
• Perform critical operations to keep facility running
• Assist unloading, loading and transferring of grain and grain products by truck, warehouse & rail operations
• Develop knowledge of product and its hazardous properties
• Understand operation of conveyance equipment and safety systems
• Provide high level of customer service with courteous, knowledgeable interaction
• Housekeeping of grain handling areas and plant grounds
• Monitor equipment and report repairs or concerns
• Be an engaged team member and take initiative
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

People skills

Multitasking

Flexible schedule

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a seasonal full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed.

Brief Description

This is a seasonal full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• As a Grain Elevator General Labor Operator you must work safely within company policy, procedures, and governmental regulations and fully participate in company safety programs


• Perform critical operations to keep facility running


• This position is expected to assist all areas of the unloading, loading and transferring of grain and grain products by truck, warehouse & rail operations


• Must develop a knowledge of the product you are dealing with and its hazardous properties


• Understand the proper operation of conveyance equipment that is utilized in the shipping, receiving and transferring of grain and grain products and the associated safety systems of that equipment


• Provide a high level of customer service by displaying courteous, helpful, knowledgeable interaction and behaviors.


• Housekeeping as related, but not limited to, the cleanliness and orderliness of the grain handling area (tunnels, head house, concrete grounds, grass areas, etc.), as well as any areas within the plant as delegated by position supervisor


• Monitor equipment to ensure it is in good working order, participate in the overall maintenance of the facility and equipment - notify management of any necessary repairs or possible equipment concerns. Removes choke-ups, cleans spills and follows proper safety policies while doing such


• Be an involved/engaged member of a team and be willing to act and think independently.


• Other duties as assigned

Work Environment For The Grain Elevator General Labor

This job operates in an outdoor environment. There is exposure to grain dust, weather elements, heavy truck and machinery activity. Includes working at heights up to 150'. Harnesses and other safety equipment are required in some situations, must be willing/able to perform task while wearing these items.

Physical Demands For The Seasonal Grain Elevator General Labor

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, handle heights up to 150 feet, and work in all weather conditions. This is a manual labor job. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively. Must be safety oriented.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Excellent people skills, with an ability to collaborate with a team.


• Flexible and able to multitask; can work within a fast-moving environment;


• Ability to work long hours on a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• The DeLong Co., Inc. offers affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx and Life insurance coverage.


• 401k with matching, FSA and Dependent Care Accounts


• Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life and Voluntary Long Term Disability


• Vacation and Sick Time


• Career driven long term position with the opportunity for advancement

The DeLong Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The DeLong Co., Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.