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Worker II, Food Operations - Grain

The Andersons · Mansfield, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This job covers receiving, storage, cleaning, packaging and shipping of food grain. Which of those have you done?

What they are checking: Whether they bring relevant grain or warehouse experience to a food-grade facility.

Tell me about a time you followed lockout/tagout or another strict safety procedure.

What they are checking: Whether they have real experience with energy control rules that prevent serious injuries.

Tell me about a time you kept equipment running by catching a small problem early.

What they are checking: Whether they notice and report issues before they turn into breakdowns that stop operations.

What would you do

A load of grain looks or smells off when it comes in. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and report quality concerns instead of mixing bad grain into storage.

During harvest you may work long days at the Mansfield site. How do you handle that?

What they are checking: Whether they are ready for seasonal hours and can stay careful when tired.

About the work

How is handling food-grade grain different from feed or commodity grain?

What they are checking: Whether they understand food-grade product needs extra cleanliness and care to avoid contamination.

What do you know about safety hazards around grain bins, augers and dust?

What they are checking: Whether they respect engulfment, entanglement and dust risks and will follow lockout and entry rules.

Walk me through how you'd make sure a truck or railcar is clean before loading food grain.

What they are checking: Whether they inspect equipment for residue and contamination, since dirty conveyances can ruin a food load.

Have you operated a forklift, loader or grain cleaning equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they can safely run the equipment used to clean, move and package grain.

How do you keep accurate records when you're receiving or shipping product?

What they are checking: Whether they handle paperwork carefully, since food grain needs traceability from bin to customer.

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The full job description

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As a North American leader in agribusiness and renewable fuels, The Andersons operates in a unique space, bringing together agriculture, energy, and global markets. From the farm to customers around the world, we help move food, feed, and fuel where it’s needed most. Our business spans the full value chain, which means the work we do directly supports farmers, customers, and communities every day. Whether it’s helping producers succeed, delivering essential products, or advancing more sustainable energy solutions, our impact is both local and global. What truly sets us apart is how we work together. We are a performance-driven, people-powered organization where employees are owners, sharing in our success and helping shape our future. We invest in our team through development opportunities, meaningful career paths, and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At the core of everything we do is our Statement of Principles. We are committed to providing extraordinary service to our customers, helping our employees improve, supporting our communities, and increasing the value of the company for our shareholders. Position Overview This position is responsible for performing operations tasks involving the receiving, storage, cleaning, packaging and shipping of grain. Key Responsibilities • Perform assigned food grain operations tasks including but not limited to general facility upkeep, sampling for quality, and packaging. • Operate various types of mobile equipment such as a forklift, bobcat, or payloader. • Maintain a good working knowledge and adherence to all food safety policies and procedures. • Perform all tasks in a fashion that promotes the safety and quality of our products. • Actively participate in all required food safety and quality related meetings and training events. • Identify and report all food safety and quality issues to management immediately. What is expected of you and others at this level • Has developed skills through formal training or considerable work experience • Works within established procedures • Completes work with a moderate degree of supervision Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level • Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works cooperatively with others to achieve shared objectives • Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments • Being Resilient - Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations • Customer Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer centric solutions • Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization • Optimizes Work Processes - Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement • Instills Trust - Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity Minimum Qualifications & Skills • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required • 1-2 years’ relevant experience required This job description is intended to give you a general understanding of the role and the type of work involved, but it may not include every responsibility or requirement. Employment with The Andersons, Inc. is at will , which means both you and the Company can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable law, nothing in this description should be viewed as a contract. #IND123 Disclaimer: The Andersons, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and consider candidates without regard to any status protected by law, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We also prioritize a safe and healthy workplace. The Company maintains a drug-free work environment and may require drug, alcohol, and/or medical testing depending on the role. To ensure a consistent hiring process, The Andersons, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies that do not have a formal agreement in place and is not responsible for any related fees. Finally, we want to help you stay informed and safe during your job search. Please note that The Andersons only uses company email addresses, which contain “@andersonsinc.com” or"@theandersons.com", to communicate with candidates via email. If you are contacted by someone about an open job at The Andersons, please verify the domain of the sender’s email address. If something seems unusual, we encourage you to verify communications and report any concerns through TalentAquisition@andersonsinc.com

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