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This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys physical work, works well as part of a small team, and takes pride in doing the job right.\n\n*Duties*\n\n* Receive, weigh, grade, and unload incoming grain from producers and trucks\n* Operate grain elevator equipment, including legs, conveyors, dryers, and scales\n* Load outbound grain for shipment via truck or rail\n* Perform routine facility and equipment maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs\n* Monitor grain quality and storage conditions to prevent spoilage or contamination\n* Operate skid steers, forklifts, and other mobile equipment as needed\n* Maintain accurate records of grain weights, grades, and inventory\n* Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment\n* Assist with seed cleaning, cover crop, and bird food operations during off-peak elevator times as needed\n* Provide friendly, professional customer service to farmers and haulers\n\n*Qualifications*\n\n* High school diploma or equivalent preferred\n* Previous experience in grain handling, agriculture, or a related industrial setting is a plus, but not required — we're willing to train the right person\n* Comfortable operating machinery and learning new equipment\n* Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions\n* Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical labor for extended periods\n* Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail\n* Willingness to work extended and flexible hours during harvest season\n* Valid driver's license; CDL a plus but not required\n* Team player with a positive attitude\n\n*Work Schedule*\n\nFull-time position. Hours may vary seasonally, with extended hours expected during spring planting and fall harvest.\n\nPay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour\n\nExpected hours: 40.0 per week\n\nBenefits:\n* 401(k) matching\n* Health insurance\n* Paid time off\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"Green Thumb Commodities","rawCompany":"green thumb commodities","city":"Jefferson","state":"SD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-28T10:18:39.122Z","occupations":[{"code":"45-2091.00","title":"Agricultural Equipment Operators","slug":"agricultural-equipment-operators"},{"code":"45-2092.00","title":"Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse","slug":"farmworkers-and-laborers-crop-nursery-and-greenhouse"},{"code":"51-8099.00","title":"Plant and System Operators, All Other","slug":"plant-and-system-operators-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"115114","title":"Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning)","slug":"postharvest-crop-activities-except-cotton-ginning"},{"code":"493130","title":"Farm Product Warehousing and Storage","slug":"farm-product-warehousing-and-storage"},{"code":"111191","title":"Oilseed and Grain Combination Farming","slug":"oilseed-and-grain-combination-farming"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Plant Operator","description":"*Job Overview*\n\nGreen Thumb Commodities is seeking a reliable, hard-working Plant Operator to join our team at our Jefferson, SD grain elevator location. 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