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Elevator Operator (Summer)

CompanyKanza Cooperative Association
LocationStafford
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 12, 2026
About The Company
Kanza Cooperative Association (www.kanzacoop.com) is a farmer-owned agribusiness cooperative founded in 1915. Headquartered in Iuka, KS, Kanza Coop specializes in grain, crop production, commodity trading, and feed. Kanza also offers quality energy products and services for agricultural, commercial, and residential customers in numerous Kansas counties, including four C-Stores in Pratt, Stafford and Sedgwick counties. Kanza Coop has established itself as a trustworthy transportation partner‚ providing products when and where they’re needed. The Kanza fleet consists of equipment to haul grain, fertilizers, feed, and energy products to our customers throughout the Great Plains and southwestern United States. Furthermore, we pride ourselves in linking producers to end users through Sunflower Commodity Trading, which buys and sells ag-related consumable products. Kanza Cooperative Association is about people -- generations of hard-working Kansas farmers who decided over 100 years ago that working together, we are stronger. Those relationships, and that vision, brought Kanza to where it is today, and will lead it into the future by helping today’s Kansas farmers use the best products and the latest practices to get the most out of every acre they farm. At Kanza we are working together for the love of the land. Visit our website! http://www.kanzacoop.com Visit us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/KanzaCoop/
About the Role

Description

Join our team for the summer harvest! We are seeking a Summer Elevator Operator (typically May - July), this role is responsible for providing excellent customer service while assisting with the receiving, storing, and shipping of grain, as well as performing basic maintenance tasks. 


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide prompt, professional customer service and assist with inquiries or concerns 
  • Load and unload grain trucks; inspect grain for moisture, insects, and foreign material 
  • Operate grain handling equipment (conveyors, trippers, flow pipes, etc.) 
  • Monitor and record grain temperatures 
  • Perform routine maintenance and minor equipment repairs  
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment 
  • Complete required paperwork accurately and communicate effectively with team members 
  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures 
  • Work flexible hours during harvest, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed 
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Key Skills
Customer ServiceGrain HandlingEquipment OperationMaintenanceQuality InspectionSafety ComplianceRecord Keeping
Categories
AgricultureLogisticsTradesCustomer Service & Support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The operator is responsible for receiving, storing, and shipping grain while providing professional customer service. Key tasks include operating conveyors and flow pipes, monitoring grain temperatures, and performing basic equipment maintenance.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
73
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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