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Elevator Operator - 1st shift

Ardent Mills
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026
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Exciting Job Opportunity at Ardent Mills!

Are you ready to join a team that makes a difference in people's lives? Look no further! Ardent Mills is the leading flour milling and ingredients company in North America, and we are seeking passionate individuals like you to be a part of Our Mission.

We provide comprehensive training to ensure your success. Join us and contribute to the production of nutritious products that are distributed across North America, going beyond our customer expectations, and helping to nourish communities.

At Ardent Mills, we value our people and take pride in our work. You'll have the chance to work alongside a diverse group of team members who prioritize Our Values of Trust, Serving, Simplicity, and Safety.

Position: Full-Time Production Associate

What's in it for you?

- Competitive hourly rates starting at $21/hour

- Annual performance bonus

- On-the-job training to enhance your skills

- Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits and more

- Retirement savings with annual contribution and company match

- Mental/emotional wellness programs (Employee Assistance Programs)

- Recognition and perk rewards

We're looking for individuals who:

- Have a customer-focused mindset and exceptional problem-solving skills

- Are reliable, hardworking, and possess a "can-do" attitude

- Embrace learning new skills and supporting team members in achieving production goals

- Are adaptable and willing to work in various areas of our plant rotating through positions and shifts

- Place a strong emphasis on safety and take pride in their work

We're currently seeking Production Associates to excel in the following role:

- Elevator Operators: Responsible to operate processing equipment in order to blend wheat to meet customer specifications, while also meeting quality standards. Will also be responsible for conducting assigned sanitation duties.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity for you to make an impact and advance your career in a stable and thriving industry!

Physical requirements and working conditions (with or without reasonable accommodation):
  • Must be able to ascend and descend stairs, multiple times per day
  • Climb ladder, step and extension
  • Able to lift to 50 pounds and exert 20 pounds of force
  • Frequently stand, walk, rotate, bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance and reach at shoulder level and below shoulder level
  • Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including a dust mask
  • Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)

Team members must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Take the first step towards building your career with Ardent Mills by applying at https://www.ardentmillscareers.com/

Join our team now and be part of our incredible journey to transform how the world is nourished!

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