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Elevator Operator
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$34,165 / year median in Illinois
+10% projected growth
Job Description
City :
Fairmont City State :
Illinois (US-IL)Country :
United States (US)Requisition Number :
47307 If you are someone who wants to live new possibilities, Bunge is going to be a great place for you. Due to growth, we are expanding to 24/7 operations at our Bunge-SCF Grain facility in Fairmont City, IL. Bunge-SCF Grain has been an anchor in the area for over 10 years. We are looking forward to this new growth opportunity to support Bunge and our community. A Day in theLife:
The primary responsibility of the Elevator Operator is the operation of the grain elevator as it pertains to loading, unloading, and transferring grain and grain products in an efficient, safe and sanitary manner. This position will teach you how to operate in different areas of the grain facility, beginning with loading barges, as well as assisting in all other aspects of grain handling, storage, maintaining facilities/equipment, and elevator operations.Position Details:
Rotating 12-hour shifts, days or nights Pay rate: $20.75 an hour to start, with short-term advancement opportunityWhat You'll Be Doing:
Assist in all areas of the loading, unloading, and transferring of grain and grain products for truck, barge, and rail Inspects barges, trucks, and railcars before loading Operate and monitor more advanced grain handling equipment (grain dryer, grain control room, bin sweeps, and locomotives) on a routine basis Understand all facets of Bunge's safety and environmental programs and demonstrate safe working practices Properly record all required documentation Perform housekeeping and cleaning dutiesMinimum Qualifications:
Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in all weather conditions Ability to work in a highly quality controlled environment Ability to maintain a good working relationship with other facility personnelPreferred Qualifications:
Skilled in maintenance, equipment operations, safety programs, and grain operations Agricultural experience High school diploma orGED Benefits:
Health Benefits- Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs. 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions. Family Support
- Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage. Tuition Reimbursement
- Contributing to your education by reimbursing $5,000 of tuition expenses annually. Vacation time
- We value work-life balance and offer a generous vacation program.
NYSE:
BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they're grown to where they're needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com. Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:- We Are One Team
- Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
- We Lead The Way
- Agile, Empowered, Innovative
- We Do What's Right
- Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day
- people who are #ProudtoBeBunge