Associate Superintendent

Scoular; Coolidge (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Incentives

Paid holidays

Volunteer time

Annual incentive

Job summary

Scoular is seeking an Associate Superintendent to learn all aspects of facility operations, from receiving and shipping to inventory controls and safety. You’ll work with experienced teams to prioritize safety, develop leadership skills, and grow our grain and ingredient business across multiple sites.

You’ll gain exposure to grain grading, blend processes, and customer interactions while supporting maintenance, technology systems, and environmental compliance. This role is based in Kansas.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently obtained a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in problem solving techniques.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Strong and effective communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to travel, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily facility operations, including receiving, storing, and shipping grain/ingredients.
• Coordinate transportation and maintenance needs to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Learn to manage inventory levels, grading standards, segregation factors, bin practices, mix-blend protocols and understand product quality while ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Understand loadout and handling equipment (legs, belts, augers and conveyors).
• Demonstrate knowledge of preventative maintenance management to ensure equipment is functional, safe and in good repair.
• Develop knowledge of grain grading, blending strategies, quality preservation, and customer specifications.
• Provide a high level of customer service and communicate effectively with both customers and vendors.
• Develop an understanding of Scoular’s technology and systems.
• Develop an understanding of trade basics to include basic bid sheets, contracts, transportation and commodity movement while building Scoular customers and markets.
• Travel to other facilities as needed to enhance business knowledge and network exposure.
• Drive Employee Safety agenda and improvement.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings and trainings and perform location inspections and facility assessment audits alongside EHS partners
• Partner with management and EH&S Business Partners to ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry regulations.
• Partner with management to ensure compliance with all environmental requirements.
• Lead daily work assignments and coordinate operational priorities in partnership with the Facility Manager.
• Participate in the recruitment, training, and onboarding of new facility personnel.
• Gain experience in providing feedback and performance management to team members.
• Learn to create and maintain a positive and inclusive work environment, making Scoular a great place to work.
• Collaborate with community stakeholders to identify needs and priorities, to develop partnership and initiatives that support community development goals alongside Scoular values.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Organization

Adaptability

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

The Associate Superintendent is an entry level facility operations role. This position will work closely with experienced Superintendents and Managers to learn all aspects of operating a Scoular facility to include prioritizing the safety of employees, effectively leading a team, performing an operational role, and enhancing Scoular’s ability to operate and grow our business.

• Assist facility management with the oversight of daily operations of the facility, including receiving, storing, and shipping grain/ingredients.
• At the direction of management, coordinate transportation and maintenance needs for the facility to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Learn to manage inventory levels, grading standards, segregation factors, bin practices, mix-blend protocols and understand product quality while ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Understand loadout and handling equipment (legs, belts, augers and conveyors).
• Demonstrate knowledge of preventative maintenance management to ensure equipment is functional, safe and in good repair.
• Develop knowledge of grain grading, blending strategies, quality preservation, and customer specifications.
• Provide a high level of customer service and communicate effectively with both customers and vendors.
• Develop an understanding of Scoular’s technology and systems.
• Develop an understanding of trade basics to include basic bid sheets, contracts, transportation and commodity movement while building Scoular customers and markets.
• Travel to other facilities as needed to enhance business knowledge and network exposure.
• Drive Employee Safety agenda and improvement.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings and trainings and perform location inspections and facility assessment audits alongside EHS partners
• Partner with management and EH&S Business Partners to ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry regulations.
• Partner with management to ensure compliance with all environmental requirements.
• Lead daily work assignments and coordinate operational priorities in partnership with the Facility Manager.
• Participate in the recruitment, training, and onboarding of new facility personnel.
• Gain experience in providing feedback and performance management to team members.
• Learn to create and maintain a positive and inclusive work environment, making Scoular a great place to work.
• Collaborate with community stakeholders to identify needs and priorities, to develop partnership and initiatives that support community development goals alongside Scoular values.

About You

Minimum

• Currently pursing or recently obtained a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in problem solving techniques.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Strong and effective communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to travel, as needed.

Preferred

• Knowledge of elevator operations
• Knowledge of blend and mix processes

Our Company

Scoular has been leading the way in safe, reliable, and innovative supply chain solutions for over 130 years. Our business is feed and food, transportation and logistics, and our people are our passion. In everything we do, we put relationships first and always leave room for what's possible. We are a $7.3 billion company filled with problem solvers and compassionate leaders committed to revolutionizing the future of agriculture. With 1250+ employees and over 100 offices and facilities across North America and Asia, you can count on Scoular people. We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments here.

Our Benefits

• We offer competitive health plans that begin on the employee's first day -- there's no waiting period so you can be your best from the very beginning
• On top of your competitive base pay, you'll have an incentive opportunity, 401k safe harbor and additional company match
• Your hard work and dedication deserve a break. In addition to our 12 paid holidays, you'll receive vacation, sick and wellbeing time off
• We give you the opportunity to revolutionize your community. With 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year. We encourage team members to give back and make a social impact
• This position is eligible for annual incentive opportunities based on business and individual performance.