Elevator Operator - Union

Commerce City CO

As an Elevator Operator, you will be responsible for unloading wheat trucks and rail cars, run tests on wheat, process appropriate paperwork, learning the basics of flour milling, and cross-train in at one or more work stations in the business.

People who successfully adapt to the work environment, job duties and safety culture of Ardent Mills will be considered for promotion into other roles as they become available.

To succeed, you must be able to :

Perform duties and deliver results in new situations while adhering to safety and food safety policies without compromising the teams values.

Serve others with understanding, respect, and care.

Operate with simplicity, clarity and transparency.

Deal with and drive change.

Organize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlines.

Learn and apply new technology and share your knowledge with others.

Above all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with reliability, integrity, compliance and in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.

Your responsibilities :

Perform department and plant sanitation duties as assigned or as needed.

Unload wheat truck and rail cars as available, correctly bin wheat according to schedule set by the lab, run testing on all loads, and transfer or mix wheat basis capacity needs.

Be trained to fill in loading and sealing of Feed, both truck and rail as needed throughout the week.

Must know and comply with all Plant Safety and HACCP / Food Safety requirements, procedures, and vessel inspections.

Be trained in and performance of Plant Preventive Maintenance (PM)

Be trained and certified in track mobile, skid loader and railcar movement.

Must be a self-starter and work as a team player including working outside in inclement weather.

Be available for overtime and weekend work as required.

Must have a general knowledge of operation of a computer including sending and receiving emails and spreadsheet (Excel functions).

Ability to learn additional software applications is required.

Assist in operations on an as needed basis as directed by the Production Supervisor.

Actively participate in department meetings and facility teams relating to the improvement of plant safety, quality, innovation and efficiency.

Perform any tasks reasonably assigned.

Essential skills and experience :

HS Diploma / GED or equivalent work experience required.

Strong reading comprehension, writing, and math skills.

Proficient in computer tools including email and spreadsheets.

Proficient in English both written and verbally.

Good to have :

At least one year operating mobile equipment including forklift, bobcat or Track Mobile.

Physical requirements and working conditions (with or without reasonable accommodation) :

Willing and able to work in a plant environment that at times, may be dusty, include temperature extremes, involve climbing, heavy lifting, and other forms of physical exertion.

Willing and able to work with wheat products, dust, i.e. no wheat / gluten sensitivity, intolerance and / or allergies.

Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Able to work in a dusty environment and wear respiratory protection.

Able to climb stairs through the work day.

Able to stand through the entire work day.

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

Take the first step towards building your career with Ardent Mills by applying at

Join our team now and be part of our incredible journey to transform how the world is nourished!

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION : Hourly - Hourly Plan, 26.61 USD HourlyBENEFITS : At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members.

Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include : 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).

APPLICATION DEADLINE : 10 / 31 / 2024