Elevator Operator

Elevator Operator I

1st shift: 6:30am-2:30pm

• Must work safely at all times and be involved with safe operation and safety improvement of the plant.
• Safely operate loading and unloading equipment.
• Operate equipment used to fill wheat bins in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform any housekeeping duties as assigned, including but not limited to confined space bin cleaning operations.
• Serve as the area owner of utility‑related areas such as tunnels, galleries, and the rail unload area.
• Learn and fill in for other positions within the elevator department such as Scale Man, Truck Dump Operator, Mixer, Feed Loader, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks such as greasing, changing buckets, socks, idlers, patching spouting, replacing spouting, and assist maintenance and contractors with major equipment repairs in a safe manner.
• Work continuously as a duty job.
• Recognize grain conditions or factors such as odor, protein content, and IDK, and notify the supervisor when these factors may adversely affect finished product quality or require adjustments.

• Must work safely, following all safety procedures and using all required safety equipment.
• Must follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and other company policies.
• Must work efficiently; be alert, organized, cooperative, a self‑starter, able to work independently, and make decisions in accordance with operating procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Become familiar with unloading and conveyor/tripper equipment and operate it at maximum efficiency.
• Maintain orderly duty performance and keep assigned areas neat, organized, and clean.
• Compute simple math functions, read a tape measure, and follow directions.
• Work any shift and rotate as needed; must work overtime when required.
• Pass forklift, bobcat‑shuttle wagon training and operate this equipment safely.
• Shovel 30 to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis.
• Work in dusty, dirty conditions.
• Communicate well in written and verbal (radio) formats.
• Document any needed information as required by the performed task.
• Obtain minimum Ardent Mills LEVEL II electrical certification.
• Learn PRISM, One Weigh, and use company email.

• Ascend and descend stairs multiple times per day.
• Climb ladder, step, and extension.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and exert 20 pounds of force.
• Stand, walk, rotate, bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach at and below shoulder level frequently.
• Perform bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, dust, loud noise, using personal protective equipment (PPE) such as a dust mask.
• Work in elevated areas (4 feet and above).

2900 C Street, Omaha, NE 68107

Full time

Hourly – Hourly Plan, 27.75 USD Hourly

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
• Life and Disability Programs
• Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)

At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non‑merit characteristic protected by law or not.

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