Cooperative Producers Inc (CPI) — a community-rooted agricultural cooperative proudly committed to its “Making Local Matter” initiative, serving the farming communities of Northern Kansas and Central Nebraska — is actively seeking a dedicated Grain & Agronomy Operator in Red Cloud, NE. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, independently or as part of a team, in a safety-minded agricultural operations environment. No prior experience is required — CPI provides full training. The role offers competitive wages, generous benefits, overtime opportunities and premium pay for qualified bilingual candidates (Req ID: 1055).
Bilingual Candidates — Premium Pay AvailableCooperative Producers Inc offers premium pay for qualified bilingual candidates. Bilingual Spanish-English speakers are strongly encouraged to apply for this Grain & Agronomy Operator position in Red Cloud, NE. Inquire within for full bilingual pay details.
About Cooperative Producers Inc — Making Local Matter in Nebraska & Kansas
Company: Cooperative Producers Inc (CPI) — a diversified agricultural cooperative serving Northern Kansas and Central Nebraska farming communities
Mission: “Making Local Matter” — forging enduring partnerships with local farmers and actively supporting the communities where CPI operates
Culture: Safety-minded, community-focused and committed to employee professional development, engagement and long-term success
Diversity: A diverse range of employment opportunities across grain, agronomy, energy, retail and other agricultural services — consistently recruiting enthusiastic, team-oriented professionals
People: CPI recruits and retains the best people to continually deliver exceptional value to farmer-members and the communities they serve
Why This Grain & Agronomy Operator Role at CPI Is a Strong Nebraska Career Opportunity in 2026
No Experience Required: CPI provides full training — making this one of the most accessible entry points into a long-term agricultural cooperative career in central Nebraska
Bilingual Premium Pay: Spanish-English bilingual candidates receive premium pay — a standout financial incentive that recognizes the value of bilingual communication in CPI’s farming communities
Cooperative Stability: CPI is a community-rooted cooperative with a long-standing commitment to its employees — offering genuine career stability and professional development in the heart of Nebraska agriculture
Overtime Opportunities: Earn additional income through seasonal overtime — especially during grain harvest and planting seasons in central Nebraska and northern Kansas
Position Overview
The Grain & Agronomy Operator at CPI in Red Cloud, NE is a full-time, hands-on outdoor operations role responsible for loading and unloading grain commodities, blending and loading dry and liquid fertilizer and agricultural chemicals, and operating railcar loading facilities at designated CPI locations. Working both independently and as part of a team, the Grain & Agronomy Operator plays a critical role in the smooth, safe and efficient movement of grain and agronomy inputs that serve CPI’s farmer-member base across central Nebraska. No prior experience is necessary — CPI provides comprehensive training to set every new team member up for success. Heavy equipment operation is available for certified operators.
Why This Role Matters: At Cooperative Producers Inc, the Grain & Agronomy Operator is on the front line of the agricultural supply chain that directly serves the farming families of Red Cloud and the surrounding Nebraska and Kansas communities. Every grain load you move, every fertilizer blend you prepare and every railcar you load supports a local farmer’s ability to get their inputs on time, market their grain efficiently and sustain the agricultural livelihood that the cooperative has supported for generations. This is meaningful, community-rooted work where you can see — and feel — the local impact of what you do every single day.
Key Responsibilities
Grain Operations — Loading, Unloading & Commodity Handling
- Load and unload grain commodities efficiently and safely at CPI’s Red Cloud facility — managing grain receiving, storage and load-out activities in compliance with CPI’s safety policies and operational procedures.
- Operate grain handling equipment accurately and carefully — ensuring grain is moved, stored and loaded correctly to maintain product quality, minimize losses and support timely delivery to market.
- Assist with railcar loading operations at designated CPI facilities — ensuring accurate grain weights, correct documentation and safe, efficient railcar fill procedures as required.
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe grain facility environment — actively supporting CPI’s safety-first culture by identifying and reporting hazards and keeping all work areas free of obstructions.
Agronomy Operations — Fertilizer & Chemical Blending
- Blend and load dry fertilizer products accurately — following CPI blend specifications, scale procedures and product handling protocols to deliver the correct fertilizer blends to farmer-member customers efficiently.
- Load liquid fertilizer and agricultural chemical products — managing liquid handling equipment, hoses, tanks and safety equipment in full compliance with CPI safety policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Handle agricultural chemicals correctly and safely — applying appropriate PPE, following chemical handling SOPs and ensuring all chemical storage, dispensing and loading activities comply with CPI and regulatory safety standards.
- Support agronomy department operations as directed — assisting with product inventory, supply ordering and general agronomy facility maintenance activities during peak agronomy season periods.
Team Operations, Safety & Equipment
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team — adapting to the operational demands of daily grain and agronomy activities while supporting colleagues across CPI’s Red Cloud facility.
- Follow all CPI safety policies and procedures rigorously — participating in safety training, reporting near-misses and near-hazards and contributing to a safety-first workplace culture across all operations.
- Operate heavy equipment as needed when certified — including loaders, skid steers or other agricultural equipment used in grain and agronomy operations at CPI facilities.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent attendance and openness to overtime opportunities — particularly during peak harvest and planting seasons when CPI operations require extended support.
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience & Education
- No prior experience in grain or agronomy operations is required — Cooperative Producers Inc provides comprehensive, hands-on training to ensure every new team member is equipped for success in this role.
- A positive attitude, reliable attendance and willingness to work independently and as part of a team are the most important qualities CPI looks for in a Grain & Agronomy Operator candidate.
- A valid driver’s license is beneficial for this role — for operating company vehicles and supporting logistics activities across CPI facilities in the Red Cloud, NE area.
Key Skills & Competencies
Grain Loading / UnloadingFertilizer BlendingChemical HandlingRailcar OperationsOutdoor OperationsSafety ComplianceHeavy Equipment (Certified)Team CollaborationPositive AttitudeReliable AttendanceBilingual (Premium Pay)Overtime Availability
About Cooperative Producers Inc
Cooperative Producers Inc (CPI) is a diversified agricultural cooperative serving the farming communities of Northern Kansas and Central Nebraska — proudly committed to the “Making Local Matter” initiative that places local farmers, local communities and local employees at the center of everything CPI does. With a diverse portfolio of grain, agronomy, energy and agricultural retail services, CPI continuously seeks enthusiastic, team-oriented people who want to contribute to the cooperative’s growth and to the farming communities that depend on it.
In Red Cloud, Nebraska — a small-town agricultural community in Webster County at the heart of south-central Nebraska’s farming landscape — CPI’s Grain & Agronomy Operator role represents a genuine opportunity to build a stable, rewarding agricultural career while making a real and visible difference to the local farmers and families who are the foundation of everything the cooperative stands for.
CPI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants. Please inquire within for the full job description. Req ID: 1055.
Who Should Apply?
- Entry-Level Agriculture Candidates in Central Nebraska: No experience required — CPI trains you from the ground up. If you enjoy outdoor, hands-on agricultural work and want a stable full-time cooperative career in Red Cloud, NE, this is your opportunity to get started.
- Bilingual Spanish-English Speakers in the Red Cloud Area: CPI offers premium pay for qualified bilingual candidates — making this an especially strong opportunity for bilingual agricultural workers in Webster County and the surrounding Nebraska farming communities.
- Experienced Grain Elevator or Co-op Workers: With background in grain handling, fertilizer blending or agronomy chemical operations — looking to join a community-rooted cooperative committed to Making Local Matter and genuine employee development in central Nebraska.
- Certified Heavy Equipment Operators: Who want to apply their skills in a grain and agronomy operations environment — CPI welcomes certified heavy equipment operators who can contribute across the full range of grain and agronomy activities at the Red Cloud facility.
- Overtime-Ready Team Players with a Positive Attitude: CPI is looking for people who show up, work hard and embrace the seasonal demands of cooperative grain and agronomy operations — including overtime during harvest and planting seasons — with a genuinely positive, team-first mindset.
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