Seasonal Grain Elevator Truck Facility Laborer

CGB Enterprises, Inc.; Larchland (IL); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Grain Elevator Operator to support daily grain operations at our Illinois facilities. You will participate in safety programs, transfer and load grain, weigh trucks, and help maintain grain quality while performing required documentation and housekeeping tasks.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma and, ideally, 1 year in an industrial setting. The role is on-site with variable daily duties and potential overtime for peak seasons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred 1 year of industrial experience.
• Basic math and strong communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Safety Program and attend pre-shift meetings.
• Transfer, load and move grain to locations.
• Weigh trucks and grade grain where applicable.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed.
• Maintain grain quality during storage and transfer.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Documentation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools usage

Customer service

Education

HS diploma

Job description

Overview

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! At CGB, you can contribute to meaningful work, grow professionally and personally, and belong in a place where everyone has a voice.

Founded in 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. is known as an innovative and progressive leader in the grain and transportation industries. CGB operates an enterprise with over 100 locations and nearly 2,000 U.S. employees overseeing a diverse family of businesses that provide an array of services for producers and logistics services for an international base of customers. The organization has celebrated over 50 years of strength and stability.

Join our harvest team and help keep grain moving during one of the busiest seasons in agriculture. As a Seasonal Grain Elevator Operator, you will support daily operations and play an important role in serving local farmers. This role is primarily at a facility that loads and unloads trucks and involves a variety of duties based on daily operation needs.

Responsibilities

• Fully participate in the company Safety Program and attend daily pre-shift meetings.
• Perform duties in compliance with OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations (ISO where applicable); wear appropriate PPE for the task.
• Transfer, load and move grain to appropriate locations.
• Maintain grain quality during storage and transfer.
• Weigh trucks and grade grain where applicable.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately and legibly.
• General clean-up duties including sweeping, shoveling, washing, painting and other housekeeping tasks.
• Operate, monitor and shut down dryer as required where applicable.
• Perform preventative maintenance and/or repairs where applicable.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment where applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required – High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Required – None.
• Preferred – 1 year of experience in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.
• Ability to complete documentation requirements.
• Ability to follow directions and use logical thought to interpret oral and written instructions and troubleshoot problems.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to use tools appropriate for the assigned task.
• Ability to maintain focus on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Physical Demands & Requirements

• Ability to balance continually/constantly.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, crouch, crawl, kneel and squat frequently.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and work at significant heights.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks without distraction.
• Ability to distinguish grain grade, color, odor and damage characteristics (at some facilities).
• Ability to interpret and differentiate odors and other sensory cues as needed.
• Ability to enter information into a computer and use observation records.
• Ability to grasp and reach frequently.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. occasionally to continuously, depending on daily needs.
• Ability to meet PPE requirements and pass PFT/fit testing where applicable.
• Ability to pass required testing under FRA and DOT for this position where applicable.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and on equipment such as railcars and barges where applicable.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and/or alternate shifts as needed.
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions and in environments with high dust levels around grain.

Travel: 5%–20% travel may be required at some facilities. This may include off-site training and/or work at alternate locations.

Environmental Conditions: The work environment includes inside/outside work in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions; frequent use of personal protective equipment is required.

Pay: The expected base pay range for this role is $17.00 per hour. Actual pay offered may vary based on location, knowledge, skills, and experience.

Are you ready to make a meaningful career move and an impact at CGB? Apply today!

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. Links in English or Spanish are listed here. We are unable to hire anyone not eligible to work in the United States nor sponsor visas.

The above describes the general content and requirements for the position. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be performed.

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