{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"0f1a3391b90ae5af7fe24f0d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0f1a3391b90ae5af7fe24f0d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0f1a3391b90ae5af7fe24f0d","title":"Danforth Grain Elevator Operations","description":"The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.\n\nDanforth Location\n\nElevator Operations\n\nJob Description\n\nSalary Range: $18-$20 / hour\n\nJob summary:\n\nResponsible for providing positive customer service to all patrons and fellow employees of the company. Under the direction of the Operations Manager and the Location Superintendent, perform daily activities to help maintain location efficiency and profitability of the organization.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n\nProvide quality service to all customers of the business.\nObtain a thorough knowledge of all equipment used at this location and others.\nPerform basic repairs and maintain a preventative maintenance program on the companies’ equipment.\nWork with Location Superintendent to perform needed repair work.\nMaintain grain quality by conditioning the grain as needed. (dry, clean, aerate, etc)\nSegregate and/or blend grain as needed to meet quality and grade specifications.\nPerform grain handling duties including bin cleaning, scooping and sweeping, bin measurements, transferring grain, fan and temperature monitoring.\nHelp manage all inbound and outbound grain shipments by truck and rail.\nPerform housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness and equipment condition.\nMaintain the general appearance of the facilities including the elevator, buildings, vehicles, grounds and other company property.\nWork in a safe manner and obey all safety procedures.\nHelp weigh and sample grain samples when needed.\nTravel to other Ludlow Coop locations to help with jobs as needed.\nBe able to work in a professional manner with other employees as assigned.\nPerform all other duties as assigned.\n\nRequirements:\n\nMust have and maintain a valid driver’s license.\nBe able to climb ladders on a daily basis and be able to work at heights exceeding 20 feet.\nExperience working with the public demonstrating excellent customer service.\nMust have problem solving skills and the ability to work independently during busy periods.\nMust have an excellent attendance record and be at work promptly each day.\nMust be willing to work hours beyond the normal work week including some weekends.\n\nIn addition to competitive pay, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. Benefits may include retirement, health and wellness, paid time off, supplemental or incidental coverage, and more.\n\nBenefits eligibility may vary depending on the position. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.\n\nWe are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.\nSECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.\n\nOur benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.\n\nOfferings may include, but are not limited to:\n\nUNITED STATES:\n\nFully Funded Pension*\n401(k) & Employer Match\nMedical, Dental, Vision\nHSA & Employer Contributions\nLife Insurance\nDisability\nIdentity Protection\n\n*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.\n\n**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.\n\nCANADA:\n\nDC Pension Plan\nRRSP\nMedical, Dental, Vision\nLife Insurance\nDisability\nVolunteer Day\n\n*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type\nNearest Major Market: Kankakee\nJob Segment: Operations Manager, Logistics, Operations","company":"Ludlow Cooperative","rawCompany":"ludlow cooperative","city":"Danforth","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-25T11:53:57.962Z","occupations":[{"code":"47-4021.00","title":"Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers","slug":"elevator-and-escalator-installers-and-repairers"},{"code":"51-8099.00","title":"Plant and System Operators, All Other","slug":"plant-and-system-operators-all-other"},{"code":"49-9071.00","title":"Maintenance and Repair Workers, General","slug":"maintenance-and-repair-workers-general"}],"industries":[{"code":"115114","title":"Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning)","slug":"postharvest-crop-activities-except-cotton-ginning"},{"code":"111199","title":"All Other Grain Farming","slug":"all-other-grain-farming"},{"code":"311211","title":"Flour Milling","slug":"flour-milling"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Danforth Grain Elevator Operations","description":"The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.\n\nDanforth Location\n\nElevator Operations\n\nJob Description\n\nSalary Range: $18-$20 / hour\n\nJob summary:\n\nResponsible for providing positive customer service to all patrons and fellow employees of the company. Under the direction of the Operations Manager and the Location Superintendent, perform daily activities to help maintain location efficiency and profitability of the organization.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n\nProvide quality service to all customers of the business.\nObtain a thorough knowledge of all equipment used at this location and others.\nPerform basic repairs and maintain a preventative maintenance program on the companies’ equipment.\nWork with Location Superintendent to perform needed repair work.\nMaintain grain quality by conditioning the grain as needed. (dry, clean, aerate, etc)\nSegregate and/or blend grain as needed to meet quality and grade specifications.\nPerform grain handling duties including bin cleaning, scooping and sweeping, bin measurements, transferring grain, fan and temperature monitoring.\nHelp manage all inbound and outbound grain shipments by truck and rail.\nPerform housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness and equipment condition.\nMaintain the general appearance of the facilities including the elevator, buildings, vehicles, grounds and other company property.\nWork in a safe manner and obey all safety procedures.\nHelp weigh and sample grain samples when needed.\nTravel to other Ludlow Coop locations to help with jobs as needed.\nBe able to work in a professional manner with other employees as assigned.\nPerform all other duties as assigned.\n\nRequirements:\n\nMust have and maintain a valid driver’s license.\nBe able to climb ladders on a daily basis and be able to work at heights exceeding 20 feet.\nExperience working with the public demonstrating excellent customer service.\nMust have problem solving skills and the ability to work independently during busy periods.\nMust have an excellent attendance record and be at work promptly each day.\nMust be willing to work hours beyond the normal work week including some weekends.\n\nIn addition to competitive pay, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. Benefits may include retirement, health and wellness, paid time off, supplemental or incidental coverage, and more.\n\nBenefits eligibility may vary depending on the position. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.\n\nWe are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.\nSECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.\n\nOur benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.\n\nOfferings may include, but are not limited to:\n\nUNITED STATES:\n\nFully Funded Pension*\n401(k) & Employer Match\nMedical, Dental, Vision\nHSA & Employer Contributions\nLife Insurance\nDisability\nIdentity Protection\n\n*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. 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