Role Overview

Join The Andersons in Maumee, Ohio, as an Operations Worker - 1st Shift Grain, where you'll be at the heart of our agribusiness operations. The Andersons, Inc., a diversified leader in agriculture and renewables, is seeking dedicated individuals to support our grain facility. This entry-to-mid-level role involves hands-on tasks in receiving, storing, cleaning, packaging, and shipping grain, ensuring smooth operations that fuel our customers' success. With a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork, you'll develop skills in a dynamic environment guided by our Statement of Principles: extraordinary service, employee growth, community support, and company value creation.

As a Grain Operations Worker, expect to handle at least six key tasks daily, from operating mobile equipment like loaders and conveyors to maintaining facility upkeep. This position suits those with 1-2 years of experience or formal training, working under moderate supervision within established procedures. Maumee, Ohio, serves as a strategic hub for our grain operations, leveraging the region's rich agricultural heritage and proximity to vital transportation networks.

Day in the Life

Your day begins at 6:00 AM in Maumee, Ohio, with a safety briefing at The Andersons' state-of-the-art grain facility. Donning PPE, you head to the receiving area to unload incoming trucks, inspecting grain quality and directing it to storage bins via conveyors. By mid-morning, you're operating a front-end loader to move grain piles, ensuring even distribution and monitoring moisture levels to prevent spoilage.

Lunch offers a quick team huddle, sharing insights on the day's priorities. Afternoon shifts to cleaning and conditioning, where you run grain through dryers and cleaners, eliminating impurities for premium product quality. You'll package portions for specialty orders, then assist in loadouts, safely filling railcars or trucks with precision scales. Facility upkeep fills gaps—sweeping dust, lubricating equipment, and minor repairs—keeping everything running smoothly. End your shift with logs and handoffs, clocking out by 2:30 PM, proud of your contribution to seamless grain flow.

This rhythm builds skills progressively: Week 1 focuses on basics, Month 1 on equipment mastery, Year 1 on independent task handling. Weather influences the pace—harvest season ramps up volume—while team camaraderie shines through shared challenges and successes.

Why Maumee, Ohio

Maumee, Ohio, nestled along the Maumee River in Lucas County, blends small-town charm with big opportunities. Just minutes from Toledo, it offers affordable living—median home prices around $200,000—with excellent schools like Maumee High School and parks like Side Cut Metropark for outdoor enthusiasts. The area's agricultural roots align perfectly with The Andersons' mission, surrounded by fertile farmlands producing corn and soybeans.

Proximity to I-80/90 and rail lines makes Maumee a logistics powerhouse, ideal for grain operations. Residents enjoy low unemployment (under 4%), vibrant festivals like the Maumee Summer Fair, and dining from craft breweries to farm-to-table spots. Commutes are short—under 20 minutes to work—and family-friendly amenities abound, including the Toledo Zoo and Glass City Metropark. Choosing Maumee means stability, community, and a high quality of life, enhanced by The Andersons' local impact through jobs and philanthropy.

Career Growth

The Andersons invests in your future. Start as Operations Worker and advance to Lead Operator, Grain Supervisor, or Facility Manager within 2-5 years. Cross-training in renewables or merchandising opens doors to corporate roles. Our mentorship programs pair you with veterans, while tuition reimbursement supports certifications like forklift operation or grain management.

Internal promotions fill 70% of leadership positions. Performance reviews twice yearly track progress, with leadership tracks emphasizing our Statement of Principles. Alumni have risen to VP levels, proving pathways from shop floor to C-suite. In Maumee, Ohio, growth ties to regional expansion, offering stability amid agribusiness evolution.

Compensation & Benefits

Earn competitive pay starting at $18-23/hour for 1st shift, with overtime during peaks. Full benefits from Day 1 include medical, dental, vision with low premiums; 401(k) match up to 6%; PTO accrual (vacation, sick, holidays). Additional perks: disability/life insurance, EAP counseling, wellness incentives, product discounts. Total package values over $60,000 annually, supporting work-life balance in Maumee, Ohio.

Culture

The Andersons' culture embodies integrity, innovation, and inclusion. In Maumee, Ohio, our 100+ team members foster belonging—monthly BBQs, safety awards, volunteer days. Diversity thrives: M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation employer. Drug-free workplace prioritizes safety; phishing awareness protects all. Guided by principles, we celebrate wins, support growth, and serve communities.

How to Apply

Ready to grain-gain? Visit andersonsinc.com/careers, search 'Operations Worker Grain Maumee,' submit resume. Need help? Download our guide: Application Assistance PDF. We review weekly; top candidates interview on-site. E-verify employer; no unsolicited agencies. Beware phishing—only @andersonsinc.com emails are legit.

FAQ

What shifts are available? Primarily 1st shift (6AM-2:30PM), with flexibility for overtime.

Is experience mandatory? 1-2 years preferred, but trainable enthusiasm counts.

What's the dress code? Steel-toe boots, PPE provided; weather-appropriate layers.

Do you offer relocation? Local hires prioritized; discuss in interview.

How's the work environment? Climate-controlled areas mixed with outdoor tasks.