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Grain Operator

Mountaire Farms
Wye Mills, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
Primary Purpose

JOB DESCRIPTION

Operate conveyance equipment to move grain to and from storage. Setting up, controlling, adjusting and feeding grain into semi-automated machines and equipment. Unload and load trucks, shipping containers and rail cars with grain. Operate other equipment, use hand tools to maintain good housekeeping standards and assist with minor repairs. Computer understanding - run the scales and enter data.

Regular hours for the Grain Operator position are 7:00am–4:00pm, Monday through Friday. During peak harvest season (late summer through fall), demand may require extended hours, typically 7:00am–7:00pm.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

  • Operate conveyance equipment to move grain to and from storage.
  • Load grain for outbound shipment.
  • Housekeeping and assist with completion of minor repairs.
  • Operate grain drying equipment.
  • Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 0 - 2 years’ relevant experience.
  • Previous work-related skills.
  • Ability to lift over 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to climb up to 150 feet.

About Us

Are you looking for more than just a job? The culture at Mountaire is one of our greatest strengths and most valued assets. We maintain the same core values and family-focused work environment that we’ve operated with since day one. You will find that your peers, supervisor and team members are genuinely committed to, not only your success, but also working together to provide high-quality products to our customers. We are a service to one another and to our customers, demonstrating operational excellence and outstanding performance.

Mountaire Overview

ABOUT THE TEAM

Mountaire Corporation and its operating affiliate, Mountaire Farms Inc. (collectively, “Mountaire Farms” or “Mountaire”), are agricultural food production and processing companies providing competitive jobs to almost 10,000 dedicated employees at facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, we are still family owned and fully committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. At Mountaire Farms, our culture is what defines us. It sets us apart from our competition and reinforces what we stand for. Supporting each other, uplifting each other, and helping each other succeed -- that’s the Mountaire way! Our vision is to provide growth, stability, and opportunities for our people, our customers, and our communities by profitably delivering wholesome quality chicken.

Total Compensation

Mountaire also offers an amazing total compensation package! A few examples of our benefits that may be offered to you are: eight paid holidays, Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers, Dental and Vision Programs, Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, Retirement Planning with 401(k), Profit Sharing, Employee Discounted Chicken Sales, Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping), Tuition Reimbursement and many exciting career development programs!

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