Grain Elevator Operator - 2nd Shift

About the role

Founded in 1907, Bartlett is a diverse agribusiness specializing in grain acquisition, storage, transportation, processing and merchandising. As a Savage company, Bartlett is a leading exporter of grain to Mexico and supplies flour to many popular brands. Recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation, Bartlett welcomes military veterans and reservists; military experience may substitute for some requirements. The position is located in Kansas City, MO.

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Responsibilities

The duties of this hands‑on job include grain receiving, storage, handling, drying, blending, and loading; monitoring stored grain condition; and maintaining and cleaning grain facilities and equipment to ensure a safe environment. Operators are cross‑trained to perform a variety of tasks.

• Equipment used: various grain handling equipment, mainly conveyors and legs
• Material handled: bulk commodities such as wheat, corn, soybeans, etc.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to read, write, understand and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English
• Available to work overtime and weekends
• Professional demeanor (safety conscious, quality of job performance, cleanliness, verbal communications)
• Able to pass a criminal background check

Physical requirements: work can be physically strenuous; may require working in tight and confined spaces, at heights; ability to frequently lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally more; ability to ascend/descend ladders; required to wear PPE.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with company match
• Overtime pay at 1.5× hourly rate
• PPE provided by the company
• Boot reimbursement
• Cold‑weather clothing reimbursement
• Uniform Services Time Off (USTO)
• Uniform Services Differential Pay
• Culture of safety

Pay

$24.00 per hour and up.

Schedule

2nd shift: 2:45 pm to 10:45 pm Monday‑Thursday; 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, with overtime as needed, including weekends.