Summer​/Seasonal Elevator Operator

Job Description

Summer/Seasonal Elevator Operator - Start Dates Available for May 11th & May 18th!

Location: Hutchinson, KS

Position Type: Part-Time

Pay: $18.00/hr

Shifts: Flexible: morning, evening, weekend options available

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.

• 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

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

Background Check
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Employment Terms
Base pay offered may vary depending on individual factors. Hourly employees will be paid overtime when working qualifying overtime hours. Employees are hired at‑will; the company reserves the right to modify pay and other discretionary programs.

Pay for this position is expected to be:
$18.00/hr

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We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About ADM
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