Elevator Operator - Hutchinson, KS

Job Description

Elevator Worker - Grain Elevator

Location: Hutchinson, KS

Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly

Pay: $18.00/hr

Shift: 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 1:00 AM, Monday through Thursday 1st Shift: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday through Thursday / Tuesday through Friday

(Schedule may shift during holiday weeks. For example, if a holiday falls on a Monday, the schedule will adjust to Tuesday through Friday. If a holiday falls midweek, such as on a Wednesday, the schedule may shift to Monday-Tuesday, off Wednesday, then resume Thursday-Friday.)

Position Summary:

ADM is seeking a reliable, safety-minded Elevator Worker to join our grain operations team in Hutchinson, KS. This position plays a vital role in the daily functioning of the grain elevator, supporting the receiving, handling, drying, storing, and loading of grain. The Elevator Worker ensures the safe and efficient movement of product and contributes to a clean and well-maintained facility. This is a hands-on, physically active role in a fast-paced agricultural environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Load and unload grain from trucks and railcars using automated and manual equipment
• Operate and monitor grain dryers, conveyors, elevators, and other material handling systems
• Assist with receiving and shipping operations to ensure accurate documentation and safe product transfer
• Perform regular facility housekeeping duties, including sweeping, vacuuming, shoveling grain, and cleaning equipment to maintain a safe and tour-ready work environment
• Conduct routine facility walk-throughs to check for product flow issues, safety hazards, or equipment concerns
• Assist in basic maintenance and troubleshooting of grain handling systems and machinery
• Support pre-harvest and post-harvest preparation and cleanup activities
• Monitor equipment operations and promptly report malfunctions or safety concerns
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and truck drivers
• Follow all ADM safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space, and fall protection protocols
• Participate in ongoing safety and operational training as required

Qualifications & Requirements:

Required:

• Commitment to ADM's goal of achieving a zero-injury safety culture
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, including safety procedures and operational guidelines
• Strong attendance record and dependable work ethic
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts, including days, evenings, and nights, depending on operational needs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work in outdoor and non-climate-controlled environments, exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, and grain odors

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, and on ladders or stairs
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and sitting
• Must be able to wear respiratory protection and other required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience in agriculture, manufacturing, warehouse, or grain handling operations
• Basic mechanical aptitude or interest in learning grain facility operations

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:106285BR