Job Details
Job Location
Cambridge - Cambridge, IL
Position Type
Full-Time
Job Shift
Day Shift
Description
River Valley Cooperative is looking for an Operator to join our team. Our Operators run our facilities through grain management and quality control. Their efforts allow us to support the needs of our member-owners. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, and are collaborative team players.
What you will do:

• Handle incoming grain by unloading trucks. If necessary, weigh and test the grain.
• Transfer grain to correct bin utilizing available storage space as efficiently as possible.
• Utilize heavy machinery, such as an end loader or skid steer to manage grain storage
• Have operational knowledge of machinery in the elevator. Ability to operate safely, make minor repairs and conduct scheduled maintenance on all equipment.
• Have working knowledge of the properties of corn and beans.
• Observe all OSHA, DOT, state, federal safety regulations at all times.
• May be exposed to dust, noise, heat, cold, ag chemicals and vapors, and moving machinery on occasion as part of this position. May be required to work long hours during harvest season and as needed, as well as work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Qualifications
An ideal candidate will demonstrate River Valley Values:

• Customer Focus: Builds and maintains customer satisfaction (Internal and external) with the products and services offered by the organization.
• Integrity: Earns others trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions.
• Safety and Quality Focus: Adheres to all River Valley policies, safety regulations, standards and practices
• Dependability:Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, achieves results with little oversight.

What You'll bring:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ag retail experience preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Valid Driver's License required, Class A CDL preferred

Working Conditions:
May be exposed to dust, noise, heat, cold, ag chemicals and vapors, and moving machinery on occasion as part of this position. May be required to work long hours in season, as well as work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
River Valley Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability and other legally protected characteristics.