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Operations Specialist

Frontier Cooperative
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Schuyler, NE, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness Program

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  • Frontier Cooperative is seeking an individual for grain elevator and bin operations, requiring 2–3 years of agricultural experience.
  • The role involves operating weigh scales, monitoring grain flow, and performing general maintenance on elevator structures and equipment.
  • Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for those with higher education and an agriculture-related background.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a pension plan and 401(k) options.
  • Salary details are not specified, but the company provides sign-on and referral bonuses, along with annual allowances for uniforms and boots.

At Frontier Cooperative, we believe agriculture is more than a business, it's a way of life. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. But what sets us apart is how we do it: with integrity, with quality, and with a deep commitment to the communities we're proud to call home. We're looking for people who share those values and want to grow with us.


What you'll do

Grain elevator & bin operations

  • Operate weigh scales and grain probes to test moisture levels; examine grain samples for dirt, burrs, hulls, seeds, disease, and insects
  • Create weigh tickets using company software to record producer name, grain type, condition, and weight
  • Unload and load grain trucks at elevator and bin platforms; operate elevator legs, conveyors, dust collectors, and distributors
  • Monitor grain flow, bin capacity, overflow gauges, alarms, and spouts
  • Sweep grain bins, clean boot-pits, monitor water levels, and operate pumps to remove water
  • Perform general maintenance on elevator structures, equipment, and mechanical parts; maintain OSHA cleaning standards

Flat grain storage

  • Assemble and maintain flat grain storage areas; build bunkers and insert aeration tubes
  • Operate auger and skid-steer loader to move grain into storage; use auger, front loader, or bobcat to move grain out onto grain vehicles
  • Maintain proper storage coverage; monitor and perform preventive maintenance on dryer fans
  • Clean flat storage areas and disassemble and store structures after grain transfer is complete

Tender truck & delivery

  • Mix and load tender truck with liquid nitrogen or bulk chemicals; read and interpret plat and area maps
  • Safely deliver product to producer fields to assist custom applicators; connect hoses using couplers and operate transfer pumps
  • Secure hoses upon transfer completion; complete and submit blend tickets to the custom applicator

Equipment maintenance & customer service

  • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment including tires, bearings, brakes, oil, belts, bulbs, fuses, and hydraulic hoses
  • Keep all vehicles and equipment clean inside and out; report unsafe conditions or major mechanical issues to supervisor
  • Greet customers promptly and courteously; resolve issues or escalate to supervisor; assist with loading and securing product for transit
  • Perform grounds maintenance including mowing, weed whipping, weed spraying, snow removal, and grading driveways

Safety & compliance

  • Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations
  • Attend educational workshops and company training sessions; stay current with technical publications and industry knowledge


What we are looking for

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; higher education and agriculture-related background preferred
  • Minimum 2–3 years of agricultural experience preferred
  • Knowledge of customer service, agricultural labor, safety management, chemical handling, and equipment maintenance
  • Ability to safely operate company vehicles, anhydrous stations, nurse tanks, elevator equipment, scales, skid-steer, bobcat, augers, front loader, track mobile, tractors, hopper mixer, forklift, and hand tools
  • Able to read and interpret labels, gauges, plat maps, weigh tickets, batch tickets, blend tickets, work orders, and equipment manuals
  • Strong verbal communication skills; able to speak effectively with customers and employees
  • Basic math skills including proportions, volumes, and percentages


Why join us? Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, finances, and future.

  • Paycheck for life: Cooperative pension plan, plus 401(k) with traditional and Roth options
  • Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental plans, and FSA/HSA spending accounts
  • Paid time off: Vacation and sick leave to rest and recharge
  • Uniform & boot allowances: Annual allowances so you're always equipped and ready
  • 360 Wellness Program: Whole-person wellness with real incentives
  • Sign-on & referral bonuses: Get rewarded for joining and for bringing great people with you


Additional benefits available — ask us for details.




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