Grain Operator

Grain Operator

The Grain Operator is responsible for handling and processing grain efficiently while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards. In this role, you’ll work with a team to manage grain storage, transfers, and processing operations while ensuring all equipment and procedures meet safety regulations.

A successful candidate will have strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. This role is critical to Perdue’s grain operations, directly impacting the quality and efficiency of our supply chain. A high level of performance in this role is measured by accuracy, adherence to safety procedures, and overall operational effectiveness.

• Full Time
• Travel:
  Minimal (if any)

What makes a successful Grain Operator at Perdue? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

• Detail-oriented
• Reliable
• Problem‑solver
• Team‑oriented

At Perdue, we believe that success starts with our people. Our culture is built on teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve.

From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work‑life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive as part of the Perdue family.

Job 78501 |
Job Category Production |
Date posted 12/19/2025

Location:

Elizabeth City, North Carolina, United States

Perdue Agri Business is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth‑generation, family‑owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward‑thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals.

We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work‑life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive.
That’s Perdue.

Perdue Agri Business has an opportunity for a Grain Operator at our facility located in Elizabeth City, NC
. This position is responsible for performing a variety of duties supporting our grain operations.

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

• Operates equipment and maintains facilities involved in the handling, storage and drying of grain and other products
• Maintains proper set‑up, inspection and calibration of grain testing and weighing equipment per requirements and procedures
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment within the facility
• Obtains, prepares, tests and grades grain samples from inbound and outbound shipments
• Responds to customers regarding account information
• Provides weighing of inbound and outbound grain shipments per requirements and procedures
• Performs all work within the safety and environmental guidelines established by local, state, and federal agencies and company policies

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 0-2 years experience
• Reading, writing, math and analytical skills
• Basic understanding of standard computer applications

Able to move freely throughout the agribusiness facilities including climbing vertical heights (0‑150'), carrying tools and equipment (0‑50 lbs.), exposure temperatures (0‑100) degrees Fahrenheit, humidity (0‑100%),…