Grain Grader - Sauget, IL

Archer Daniels Midland•Sauget, IL
•Onsite

About The Position

The Grain Grader assesses the quality of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and other grain commodities received from customers at the grain elevator. The role includes entering truck information, sampling and probing trucks, grading grain, generating customer tickets and receipts, and completing general housekeeping duties. The position is permanent, salaried, and non-exempt, based in Sauget, Illinois. The position is scheduled for second shift, approximately 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM Central Time, though hours vary by season. The employee may need to work first or second shift as needed, and overtime and weekend work may be required. The Grain Grader works with team members and management on daily operations and binning plans, communicates with customers and colleagues, and follows workplace safety procedures.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Basic math proficiency, including accurate calculations for grading and recordkeeping.
  • Basic computer proficiency, including navigating software systems to enter data and generate tickets.
  • Ability to bend, lift up to 50 pounds, and remain active throughout the shift.
  • Dependability, punctuality, and a solid attendance record.
  • Flexibility to work first or second shift as needed.
  • Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
  • Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

  • Grade grain commodities, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and sorghum.
  • Sample and probe trucks to identify the contents of inbound and outbound loads.
  • Enter truck information and use computer systems to generate customer tickets and receipts.
  • Collaborate with team members to support smooth daily operations.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with peers, management, and customers.
  • Perform housekeeping duties to minimize grain dust buildup and maintain a clean workspace.
  • Work with management to determine daily binning plans based on product quality and inbound volumes.
  • Represent ADM's core values when interacting with customers and colleagues.
  • Follow workplace safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription coverage
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement, as applicable
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings account
  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Cash balance plan
  • Discounted employee stock purchasing program
  • Life insurance
  • Disability coverage
  • Workers' compensation
  • Legal assistance
  • Identity theft protection
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Colleague Giving Programs
  • Paid time off, including paid holidays
  • Adoption assistance
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Tuition assistance
  • Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs
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