Operations Specialist

Frontier Cooperative

  • Schuyler, NE
  • 9 days ago

    Highlights

    Ability to safely operate company vehicles, anhydrous stations, nurse tanks, elevator equipment, scales, skid-steer, bobcat, augers, front loader, track mobile, tractors, hopper mixer, forklift, and hand tools. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSchuyler, NE

    Description

    At Frontier Cooperative, we believe agriculture is more than a business, it's a way of life. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. But what sets us apart is how we do it: with integrity, with quality, and with a deep commitment to the communities we're proud to call home. We're looking for people who share those values and want to grow with us.

    What you'll do:

    Grain elevator & bin operations

    • Operate weigh scales and grain probes to test moisture levels; examine grain samples for dirt, burrs, hulls, seeds, disease, and insects
    • Create weigh tickets using company software to record producer name, grain type, condition, and weight
    • Unload and load grain trucks at elevator and bin platforms; operate elevator legs, conveyors, dust collectors, and distributors
    • Monitor grain flow, bin capacity, overflow gauges, alarms, and spouts
    • Sweep grain bins, clean boot-pits, monitor water levels, and operate pumps to remove water
    • Perform general maintenance on elevator structures, equipment, and mechanical parts; maintain OSHA cleaning standards

    Flat grain storage

    • Assemble and maintain flat grain storage areas; build bunkers and insert aeration tubes
    • Operate auger and skid-steer loader to move grain into storage; use auger, front loader, or bobcat to move grain out onto grain vehicles
    • Maintain proper storage coverage; monitor and perform preventive maintenance on dryer fans
    • Clean flat storage areas and disassemble and store structures after grain transfer is complete

    Tender truck & delivery

    • Mix and load tender truck with liquid nitrogen or bulk chemicals; read and interpret plat and area maps
    • Safely deliver product to producer fields to assist custom applicators; connect hoses using couplers and operate transfer pumps
    • Secure hoses upon transfer completion; complete and submit blend tickets to the custom applicator

    Equipment maintenance & customer service

    • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment including tires, bearings, brakes, oil, belts, bulbs, fuses, and hydraulic hoses
    • Keep all vehicles and equipment clean inside and out; report unsafe conditions or major mechanical issues to supervisor
    • Greet customers promptly and courteously; resolve issues or escalate to supervisor; assist with loading and securing product for transit
    • Perform grounds maintenance including mowing, weed whipping, weed spraying, snow removal, and grading driveways

    Safety & compliance

    • Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations
    • Attend educational workshops and company training sessions; stay current with technical publications and industry knowledge

    What we are looking for:

    • High school diploma or equivalent required; higher education and agriculture-related background preferred
    • Minimum 2-3 years of agricultural experience preferred
    • Knowledge of customer service, agricultural labor, safety management, chemical handling, and equipment maintenance
    • Ability to safely operate company vehicles, anhydrous stations, nurse tanks, elevator equipment, scales, skid-steer, bobcat, augers, front loader, track mobile, tractors, hopper mixer, forklift, and hand tools
    • Able to read and interpret labels, gauges, plat maps, weigh tickets, batch tickets, blend tickets, work orders, and equipment manuals
    • Strong verbal communication skills; able to speak effectively with customers and employees
    • Basic math skills including proportions, volumes, and percentages

    Why join us? Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, finances, and future.

    • Paycheck for life: Cooperative pension plan, plus 401(k) with traditional and Roth options
    • Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental plans, and FSA/HSA spending accounts
    • Paid time off: Vacation and sick leave to rest and recharge
    • Uniform & boot allowances: Annual allowances so you're always equipped and ready
    • 360 Wellness Program: Whole-person wellness with real incentives
    • Sign-on & referral bonuses: Get rewarded for joining and for bringing great people with you

    Additional benefits available - ask us for details.

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