Operations Assistant

2 days ago

Hamilton, ON, Canada G3 Canada Limited Full-time

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.