Operations Assistant (Level 2)

Job Title: Operations Assistant (Level 2)

Location: G3 Hamilton

The Operations Assistant performs a variety of duties related to the safe and efficient handling of grain throughout the facility. This role supports grain receiving, storage, processing, and shipping activities while contributing to a safe workplace, well-maintained facilities, reliable operations, positive customer service, and effective working relationships with colleagues, customers, and business partners.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receive grain by truck, including weighing trucks and collecting required documentation.
• Collect grain samples, evaluate grain quality, and operate grain cleaning equipment.
• Bin, transfer, ship grain by truck and vessel.
• Operate terminal control systems and other grain handling equipment as required.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities and report equipment or facility issues.
• Operate equipment such as skid steers, scissor lifts, boom lifts, snow plows, and salter trucks.
• Perform housekeeping activities to maintain a clean, safe, and organized facility.
• Provide professional and courteous service to customers, commercial truck drivers, and other site visitors.
• Follow Environmental, Health and Safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Work seasonal shifts, including weekends and occasional overnight shifts, as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A commitment to working safely and following established operating procedures, site policies, and Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.
• Experience or aptitude for operating equipment and learning facility operating systems, grain handling processes, and related technology.
• Strong attention to detail when assessing grain quality, completing documentation, and monitoring operational activities.
• Effective communication skills and a professional approach when interacting with customers, commercial truck drivers, team members, and supervisors.
• Sound organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work, adapt to changing operational requirements, and work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical capability to perform the demands of the position, including working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Availability to work seasonal shifts, weekends, and occasional overnight assignments.
• Valid Ontario driver's licence.

Assets

The following would be considered assets:

• Grain grading experience.
• Experience operating grain cleaning equipment.
• Maintenance experience.
• Farm or agricultural experience.
• Previous elevator or terminal experience.

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