ELEVATOR OPERATOR

LIFELINE FOODS LLC•Saint Joseph, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elevator Operator is responsible for operating corn transfer equipment in the Bin Tops and Elevator Basement, routing corn to the appropriate bins for use in the Corn Mills and Masa Mills. The role includes maintaining accurate bin-level inventories and preserving grain integrity. The position is based at LifeLine Foods in St. Joseph, Missouri, and is full-time on the day shift in a manufacturing environment. The operator manages corn movement and storage, monitors corn and bin conditions, records quality and inventory information, and helps prevent cross-contamination of organic or non-GMO corn. The role also includes operating powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment as needed, completing required records and paperwork, maintaining housekeeping and food-safety standards, and communicating equipment maintenance needs. Employees may be asked to perform duties outside the listed responsibilities in accordance with the LifeLine Foods Code of Team Behavior. The work environment involves frequent exposure to dust, machinery, hot, cold, or humid conditions, and loud noise; occasional exposure to outdoor weather, fumes, electrical shock risks, vibration, and elevated locations. The position requires physical activity, lifting, working at heights, climbing, entering confined spaces, and wearing safety equipment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Basic math skills are required.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.
Good verbal and written communication skills, including effective communication with internal customers.
Proficiency with computers, tablets, and two-way radio communications.
Ability to work independently and carry assignments through to completion.
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including sitting; using hands; reaching; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and speaking, hearing, tasting, and smelling.
Required vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work safely at heights over 10 feet, including on manlifts, ladders, platforms, equipment tops, railcar tops, and scaffolding.
Ability to climb ladders and platforms, enter confined spaces, and wear all required safety equipment.
Ability to remain on feet for extended periods.
High school education or equivalent is preferred, or at least 3 years of grain elevator experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent.
Basic mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

Operate elevator equipment to move and store corn.
Assist with managing corn condition and the condition of corn storage equipment, including bins.
Understand daily corn movement throughout the Elevator.
Identify and communicate Elevator equipment maintenance needs to the Manager and/or Maintenance.
Record stored corn quality, inventory location, and storage levels.
Prevent cross-contamination of organic or non-GMO corn with other corn during storage and transfer.
Operate PIT equipment as needed, including skid steers, tractors, forklifts, and dump trucks.
Record corn movement and bin levels using Vertical software.
Complete paperwork accurately to meet HACCP, traceability, FS, and quality requirements.
Maintain an excellent position regarding GMPs.
Maintain housekeeping in the Elevator area.
Clean and prepare areas for monthly fogging, including areas beyond the immediate work area as needed.
Adhere to the LifeLine Foods Code of Team Behavior and perform duties outside the listed key responsibilities when expected.
Be responsible for food safety, quality, and personal safety.