Farm Operator Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

A Day in the Life:

The Scale Operator is responsible for the weighing, grading, and testing of all inbound and outbound grain. During periods when primary duties are slow the Scale Operator will perform essential elevator operator functions. Also, may perform some clerical tasks and general housekeeping duties both inside and outside the office. 

Position Details:

Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm

Hourly pay rate: $18.55 - $24.10

What You'll Be Doing:

• Weigh and sample all inbound and outbound grain and grain products
• Operate and monitor advanced grain handling equipment, such as grain dryers, grain control room systems, bin sweeps, and locomotives, on a routine basis, especially when primary weighing and grading duties are not required
• Calibrate all grain testing equipment, conducting cross checks for grain testing equipment and weighing equipment, including truck scales
• Toxin testing on all inbound and/or outbound grain, package samples for shipment/storage, and properly ship grain samples to appropriate lab as required
• Operate all grain weighing equipment, software, and systems
• Record all applicable documentation and reporting any errors or irregularities
• Assist in loading, unloading, and transferring grain and grain products for truck and rail, including inspecting trucks and railcars prior to loading, particularly during periods of slower primary workflow

Minimum Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of maintenance processes, including routine inspections and minor repairs
• Some mechanical background including the ability to recognize signs of operation failure
• Basic knowledge and safe use of common hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, and battery-operated tools
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in common software applications and digital tools
• Ability to work in a highly quality controlled, safety conscious team environment
• Basic written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

Benefits:

• Health Benefits - Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
• Family Support - Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement - after one year of service, eligible for tuition expenses reimbursement of up to $5000 per year.
• Vacation time- We value work-life balance and offer a generous vacation program. Vacation time is accrued each pay period, with the accrual rate determined by your length of service at Bunge, pay frequency, and shift schedule. Typically, employees accrue approximately two weeks of vacation during their first full calendar year. However, the exact amount may vary depending on the specific facility's shift schedule.

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they're grown to where they're needed-in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

   We Are One Team - Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
   We Lead The Way - Agile, Empowered, Innovative
   We Do What's Right - Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

If this sounds like you, join us!  We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day - people who are #ProudtoBeBunge