Grain Elevator Operator/ Manager

Benedetti Farms Inc., an established agricultural farming business, is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious and experienced Grain Elevator Operator / Manager to oversee grain handling, storage, quality control and day-to-day elevator operations.
This position is ideal for a practical, organized individual with strong mechanical aptitude, agricultural knowledge and the ability to manage equipmen
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t, inventory and operational safety during busy harvest periods.
Key Responsibilities
● Operate and monitor grain elevator equipment, conveyors, augers, dryers, bins and associated machinery.
● Coordinate grain receiving, unloading, drying, cleaning, storage and shipment.
● Monitor grain quality, moisture levels, temperature and storage conditions.
● Maintain accurate records of grain volumes, inventory, quality assessments and shipments.
● Perform routine equipment inspections, preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
● Implement workplace safety procedures, including grain dust, confined-space and machinery safety protocols.
● Coordinate truck movements, deliveries, grain transfers and dispatch schedules.
● Maintain a clean, organized worksite and ensure equipment is properly maintained.
● Supervise or coordinate staff, seasonal workers and contractors, where applicable.
● Assist farm management with operational planning, purchasing, reporting and harvest logistics.
Required Qualifications
● High school diploma or equivalent; agricultural, mechanical or industrial training is an asset.
● Previous experience in grain handling, grain elevator operations, agricultural equipment or a related industrial environment.
● Practical understanding of grain storage, moisture measurement, drying, aeration and quality control.
● Ability to operate equipment safely and perform routine inspections and maintenance.
● Strong organizational skills and accurate record-keeping abilities.
● Ability to work independently, solve problems and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
● Effective communication and teamwork skills.
● Willingness to work flexible hours during planting, harvest and other peak operational periods, as required.
Additional assets:
● Experience supervising staff or managing an agricultural facility.
● Knowledge of grain grading, inventory management and shipment documentation.
● Relevant equipment-operation, first-aid or occupational-safety training.
● A relevant valid driver’s license and ability to travel between farm facilities, if required.
Pay: $25.00-$45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person

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