JOB DETAILS

Grain Operator

CompanyMountaire
LocationRidgely
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 13, 2026
About The Company
Mountaire Farms has been family owned and operated since 1914, setting the standard in service and quality in minimally processed chicken. As we’ve grown to a team of 10,000, we’ve remained faithful to our values, our commitments, and our customers. We’re committed to excellence at every step—from the breeders to the broilers, from our feed mills to our hatcheries, and from the packaging to the plate. Because we care, we do the right thing day after day, season after season.
About the Role

Primary Purpose

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. Non-Harvest hours are 7:00AM to 3:30PM. Harvest hours are 7:00AM to 7:00PM.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

  1. Operate conveyance equipment to move grain to and from storage.
  2. Load grain for outbound shipment.
  3. Housekeeping and assist with completion of minor repairs.
  4. Operate grain drying equipment.
  5. 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.

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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
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!
Key Skills
Grain OperationConveyance EquipmentLoadingHousekeepingMinor RepairsGrain Drying EquipmentData EntryHeavy LiftingClimbingTeamworkCommunicationAttention to DetailSafety StandardsProblem SolvingTime ManagementEquipment Maintenance
Categories
AgricultureManufacturingLogisticsFood & BeverageTrades
Benefits
Paid HolidaysMedical PlansDental ProgramsVision ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramRetirement PlanningProfit SharingEmployee DiscountsTuition ReimbursementCareer Development Programs
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Grain Operator is responsible for operating conveyance equipment to move grain to and from storage, as well as loading grain for outbound shipment. Additional duties include maintaining housekeeping standards and assisting with minor repairs.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
2202
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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