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We are looking forward to this new growth opportunity to support Bunge and our community.Position Details:Rotating 12-hour shifts, days or nightsPay rate: $20.75 an hour to start, with short-term advancement opportunityA Day in the Life:The primary responsibility of the Elevator Operator is the operation of the grain elevator as it pertains to loading, unloading, and transferring grain and grain products in an efficient, safe and sanitary manner. This position will learn how to operate in different areas of the grain facility, beginning with loading barges. Also assist in all other aspects of grain handling, storage, maintaining facilities/equipment, and elevator operations.What You'll Be Doing:Assist in all areas of the loading, unloading, and transferring of grain and grain products for truck, barge, and railInspects barges, trucks, and railcars before loadingOperate and monitor more advanced grain handling equipment (grain dryer, grain control room, bin sweeps, and locomotives) on a routine basisUnderstand all facets of Bunge's safety and environmental programs and demonstrate safe working practicesProperly record all required documentationPerform housekeeping and cleaning dutiesMinimum Qualifications:Basic written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work in a highly quality controlled environmentAbility to maintain a good working relationship with other facility personnelPreferred Qualifications:Skilled in maintenance, equipment operations, safety programs, and grain operationsHigh school diploma or GEDAgricultural experienceBenefits:Health Benefits Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs401(k) Retirement Plan Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributionsFamily Support Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverageTuition Reimbursement Contributing to your education by reimbursing $5,000 of tuition expenses annuallyVacation time- We value work-life balance and offer a generous vacation programNearest Major Market: St Louis Job Segment: Facilities, Equipment Operator, Housekeeping, Agricultural, Agribusiness, Operations, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Agriculture","company":"Bunge","rawCompany":"bunge","city":"Des Plaines","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-14T05:48:31.263Z","occupations":[{"code":"45-2091.00","title":"Agricultural Equipment Operators","slug":"agricultural-equipment-operators"},{"code":"51-8099.00","title":"Plant and System Operators, All Other","slug":"plant-and-system-operators-all-other"},{"code":"53-7021.00","title":"Crane and Tower Operators","slug":"crane-and-tower-operators"}],"industries":[{"code":"311211","title":"Flour Milling","slug":"flour-milling"},{"code":"493130","title":"Farm Product Warehousing and Storage","slug":"farm-product-warehousing-and-storage"},{"code":"115114","title":"Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning)","slug":"postharvest-crop-activities-except-cotton-ginning"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Operator - Grain Elevator","description":"Operator - Grain ElevatorIf you are someone who wants to live new possibilities, Bunge is going to be a great place for you. 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