Elevator Operator

Elevator Operator I

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

• Safely operating loading and unloading equipment.
• Operating equipment used to fill wheat bins in a safe and efficient manner.
• Any housekeeping duties as assigned, including but not limited to confined space bin cleaning operations.
• Responsible for the area ownership of all tunnels, galleries, rail unload area, and related zones.
• Learn and fill in for other positions within the elevator department:
  Scale Man, Truck Dump Operator, Mixer, Feed Loader, and other elevator roles as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks such as greasing, changing buckets, socks, idlers, patching and replacing spouts, and assisting maintenance and contractors with major repairs on equipment in a safe manner.
• Execute continuous duty responsibilities as required.
• Recognize grain condition factors (odor, protein, IDK) and notify supervisor when factors may adversely affect product quality or recommend adjustments.

• Work safely, following all safety procedures and using required safety equipment.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other company policies.
• Work efficiently with alertness, organization, cooperation, self‑starter attitude, and independent decision‑making aligned with operating procedures.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Become familiar with unloading and conveyor/tripper equipment and operate it at maximum efficiency.
• Maintain neat, organized, and clean assigned areas.
• Computationally capable of simple math, reading tape measures, and following directions.
• Ready to work any shift, rotate as needed, and work overtime when required.
• Pass forklift, bobcat‑shuttle wagon training and operate this equipment safely.
• Shovel 30‑50 lbs. frequently.
• Work in dusty, dirty conditions.
• Communicate effectively, both written and verbal, via radio.
• Document necessary information as required by performed tasks.
• 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 ladders, steps, and extensions.
• Lift to 50 pounds and exert 20 pounds of force.
• Frequently stand, walk, rotate, bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach at shoulder level and below.
• Perform duties involving bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely.
• Work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions that may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, and use personal protective equipment, including a dust mask.
• Work in elevated areas (4 feet and above).

Team members must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required; the respirator (including N‑95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Omaha, NE
2900 C Street, Omaha NE 68107

Full time

Hourly – $27.75 per hour

• 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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