Grain Elevator Operator (Cottage Grove)

ALCIVIA is looking for a Grain Elevator Operator to handle incoming and outbound grain while ensuring grain quality and maintaining equipment and facilities.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Ensure incoming grain is delivered efficiently and correctly
• Assist members with loading and unloading
• Greet members and thank them for their business
• Bin grain in anticipation of handling, blending, and loading out
• Store bushels properly, safely, and efficiently
• Load grain into semis or trains limiting demurrage and freight charges.
• Visually inspect stored grain and complete inspection reports
• Report any problems immediately and ensure they are resolved
• Check bin temperature and aerates grain based on weather conditions and moisture
• Blend grains as directed to achieve maximum grade and limit discounts
• Dry grain properly and safely and allow adequate room for wet bushels
• Maintain clean and organized grain handling facilities
• Monitor and maintenance equipment and report/correct equipment failures
• Observe closely local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations
• Attend safety training and safety meetings
• Report unsafe conditions or behavior immediately
• Answer customer questions and report customer complaints timely
• Always have a safety first approach
• Support cross-divisional collaboration whenever possible
• Help out in other areas of the business as bandwidth allows
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Some computer and technology skills
• Good written and verbal and communication
• Self-directed and focuses on taking action
• Ability to identify objectives and recommend the best solutions
• Possess a strong set of core values and beliefs
• Accept responsibility while maintaining integrity
• Remain persistence and recover quickly from setbacks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organization and time management
• Good customer service
• Positive attitude and approach to problem solving
• Show up on time and limited unexcused absences

Physical/Work Demands:

• Significant physical exertion
• Climb 30 foot bins, rail cars, and 100 foot grain legs
• Work on top of moving rail cars with fall protection
• Work long hours during busy season
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Work in grain dust
• Work in outdoor conditions
• Safety first mindset

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous grain handling experience preferred
• Agriculture background a plus
• CDL preferred (will help obtain)
• Clean driving record

Benefits

We value the contributions of our employees and believe the rewards of their jobs should extend beyond a simple paycheck, enriching every aspect of their lives. That’s why people who work here enjoy benefits such as:

• Full-time benefit eligibility that begins the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Company-subsidized medical and dental plans
• Company contribution to a health savings account, if enrolled in a ALCIVIA-sponsored benefit plan
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Vision, identity theft, and legal plan options
• 401K company match up to 5% and 100% vested day one
• Employee discounts on computer equipment and software, heating and cooling service and installation, LP and fuel oil, Verizon and U.S. Cellular plans, and much more
• Paid time off, volunteer time off, and paid holidays
• Clothing and personal protective equipment allowance
• Tuition reimbursement, certifications and licenses, and other training and development opportunities