Elevator Supervisor (Watrous)

Malteries Soufflet; Watrous; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended healthcare

Flex spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Life insurance (basic & voluntary)

STD/LTD and pension plan

Job summary

Malteries Soufflet in Watrous is seeking an experienced Elevator Supervisor to support the Elevator Manager in the safe and efficient operation of the grain elevator facility. You will supervise barley receiving, storage, shipping, and quality control while guiding hourly staff and maintaining regulatory safety standards.

The role emphasizes ensuring barley handling quality, coordinating with maintenance, and fostering producer relationships in a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Agriculture, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Hands-on experience in grain elevator operations or within the grain/agriculture industry.
• Supervisory or lead hand experience with demonstrated ability to guide and motivate a team.
• Knowledge of grain grading standards and elevator safety practices.
• Strong communication and customer service skills for working with producers and staff.
• Basic budgeting or cost-control awareness considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Microsoft AX system considered an asset.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily elevator operations including receiving, storage, shipping, grading, and inventory control.
• Ensure safe and efficient handling of barley, maintaining quality standards throughout all processes.
• Support the Elevator Manager with staff scheduling, training, and performance coaching.
• Monitor and maintain facility equipment, reporting issues and coordinating with maintenance teams for timely repairs.
• Assist with barley contracting and support grower relationships by explaining delivery and settlement processes.
• Promote and enforce company safety policies, procedures, and a Zero Harm mindset.
• Maintain accurate records related to grain movement, grading, and inventory.
• Act as a point of contact for producers and community stakeholders when required.
• Adhere to all company food safety, quality, and health and safety policies and procedures, as well as applicable regulatory requirements, to ensure safe work practices and the production of safe compliant products.

Skills

Grain elevator ops

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Agriculture diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft AX

Job description

About the Company:

Malteries Soufflet acquired United Malt Group in 2023, creating the world’s largest malting company with an annual production capacity of 3.7 million tons of malt through 41 facilities in 20 countries, serving both industrial and craft brewers and distillers. Across the globe, our family of brands produce malt that is blended into some of your favorite industry-leading beverages and local craft brews.

Our more than 2300 employees are proud of the rich heritage of our family of brands and are committed to incorporating sustainability improvements at every touchpoint of our supply chain. We celebrate the diversity of our people and together strive to create an environment where all employees are safe, welcomed and have a sense of belonging.

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SUMMARY:

We are currently looking for an experienced Elevator Supervisor to join our team in our Watrous location, reporting to the Elevator Manager at Canada Malting Co. Limited, a company by Soufflet Malt.

The Elevator Supervisor supports the Elevator Manager in the safe and efficient operation of the grain elevator facility. This role is responsible for supervising day-to-day activities such as barley receiving, storage, shipping, and quality control while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The Elevator Supervisor provides direct guidance to hourly staff, fosters strong producer relationships, and promotes a positive and safe work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise daily elevator operations including receiving, storage, shipping, grading, and inventory control.
• Ensure safe and efficient handling of barley, maintaining quality standards throughout all processes.
• Support the Elevator Manager with staff scheduling, training, and performance coaching.
• Monitor and maintain facility equipment, reporting issues and coordinating with maintenance teams for timely repairs.
• Assist with barley contracting and support grower relationships by explaining delivery and settlement processes.
• Promote and enforce company safety policies, procedures, and a Zero Harm mindset.
• Maintain accurate records related to grain movement, grading, and inventory.
• Act as a point of contact for producers and community stakeholders when required.
• Adhere to all company food safety, quality, and health and safety policies and procedures, as well as applicable regulatory requirements, to ensure safe work practices and the production of safe compliant products.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Diploma or certificate in Agriculture, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Hands-on experience in grain elevator operations or within the grain/agriculture industry.
• Supervisory or lead hand experience with demonstrated ability to guide and motivate a team.
• Knowledge of grain grading standards and elevator safety practices.
• Strong communication and customer service skills for working with producers and staff.
• Basic budgeting or cost-control awareness considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Microsoft AX system considered an asset.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

We offer a competitive compensation and generous benefits package including extended healthcare, flex spending accounts, EAP, paid Holidays, paid time off program, basic & voluntary life insurance, STD, LTD and pension plan

Recruitment Statement:

Soufflet Malt is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment and selection process. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. Candidates requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise us of their needs so that appropriate arrangements can be made.