Grain Elevator Operator

Job overview

Grain Elevator Operator is an onsite, full-time role in Milmine, IL, with compensation of $18–$22 per hour. Topflight Grain Cooperative’s role supports daily grain handling operations across its facilities. The operator helps keep grain moving safely and efficiently by handling grain and operating, monitoring, and maintaining equipment. The role works with superintendents, maintenance crew, and managers, and may involve travel between sites and seasonal overtime.

What you'll do

• Load and unload grain trucks and railcars
• manage grain flats, bunkers, and piles
• monitor conveyors, dryers, and gauges and troubleshoot as needed
• operate loaders, forklifts, and bobcats
• keep facilities and grounds clean and safe
• perform basic maintenance and coordinate repairs
• travel between sites when needed and work seasonal overtime.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

grain elevator operator

milmine il

topflight grain cooperative

grain handling

agriculture

conveyors

grain dryers

forklift

equipment maintenance

harvest season

weekend availability

18–22 usd per hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting lists health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, along with overtime pay and on-the-job training.

Why this role

Schedule includes Monday–Friday plus weekends and seasonal hours during harvest. Requires comfort with equipment, ability to work at heights up to 25 feet, and a valid driver’s license.

About the employer

Topflight Grain Cooperative is hiring for this role. Industry: Farm Product Warehousing and Storage. Sector: 49.