Grain Terminal Operations Specialist

Company: Express Employment

Where: Rochelle, IL

Pay: $18–$23/hour

Role overview

Keep grain moving, safe, and accounted for. As a key operator at a grain terminal, you’ll ensure smooth receiving, storage, quality control, and loadout—while maintaining a clean, safe, and well-documented operation.

What you’ll tackle

• Receive, load, unload, transfer, and store grain efficiently
• Run conveyors, legs, and grain dryers to manage product flow
• Measure bin levels; monitor grain condition and report issues
• Perform housekeeping of bins, storage areas, and facility grounds
• Conduct basic maintenance and preventative repairs
• Adhere to OSHA and all site safety procedures
• Complete all required documentation and logs accurately

Bring these qualifications

• Grain elevator experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Mechanical aptitude; electrical or hydraulic exposure a plus
• Equipment familiarity (forklift, skid loader, etc.) preferred
• Comfort working at heights up to 200 ft
• Ability to work in heat, cold, dusty conditions, and confined spaces
• Physical capacity to lift, climb, bend, and shovel
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as business requires
• Agricultural experience preferred

Core competencies

• Workplace Safety & EHS Management
• Machine Safety Inspections