Grain Elevator Operations - Intern

HEARTLAND CO-OP•Clive, IA

About The Position

Gain hands-on experience in the daily operations of receiving, loading, and delivering a variety of commodities such as grain, fertilizer, chemicals, seed, feed, and petroleum products. You will assist with facility upkeep and routine maintenance while supporting operational tasks under supervision. This internship offers valuable exposure to agricultural supply chain management and facility operations.

Requirements

Interest in agricultural operations, logistics, or supply chain management is a plus.
Ability to follow instructions, work safely, and handle physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Valid driver’s license preferred (not always required for internship).
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and a physically demanding environment.
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or Bachelor's Degree in an agricultural related field or working towards a Bachelor's Degree.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and the internet.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and commercial insurability at all times.

Responsibilities

Assist in receiving and properly storing commodities and products at the facility.
Help load customer and company trucks/trailers using equipment such as forklifts and end loaders.
Support scale operation and accurate record-keeping of inventory.
Aid in routine maintenance and housekeeping of elevators, warehouses, mills, and shops.
Participate in grain handling tasks including trailer preparation, loading, and quality monitoring.
Support rail and marine/barge loading and unloading activities, maintaining detailed logs.
Assist in mixing and loading fertilizer, chemicals, and seed products in the agronomy department.
Perform cleaning and general housekeeping tasks during slower seasonal periods.
Maintain safety standards and follow all facility policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by management to support operations.