Elevator Associate - M&M Service Company - Girard, IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Under the direction of the Location Manager and Assistant Managers, this position is responsible for the receiving and loading of grain in a safe and profitable manner. This person will perform duties that maximize the operating efficiency at the location and profitability of the company.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintains positive customer relations at what is typically the first point of contact with the producer

Actions and personal appearance project a favorable image of the company

Understands grain quality and grain conditioning

Utilizes best management practices for inventory control

Responsible for the safe and efficient use of material and machines

Maintains equipment, facilities and other company assets in a safe, neat and professional manner

Performs loading activities at the elevator, following outlined procedures by truck

Performs proper grain grading and blending practices

Assists in maintaining records and reports necessary to comply with government requirements

Assists Location Manager and Assistant Managers in operational expense control

Supports other locations and departments as needed

Inspects handling equipment and grain inventory at varying heights using ladders

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply

Performs all other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a high school diploma, or equivalent; and at least two years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience to demonstrate industry knowledge, computer proficiency, problem solving skills, as well as verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work extended hours during harvest and other high grain shipment periods of the year

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development

Frequently works in extreme weather conditions including (Heat, Cold, Wet, etc)

Occasionally works at elevated heights

Frequently lifts between 51-70 lbs

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

Proven ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

FS. Bringing You What's Next. We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.