Grain & Ag Location Operations Leader

Central-Valley-Ag-Cooperative; Hinton (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Valley Ag is seeking a senior operations manager at the Hinton, IA location to lead personnel, asset, inventory, safety, and financial management while building strong customer relationships.

The role emphasizes coaching, strategic planning, governance, and day-to-day operational leadership to ensure efficient grain movement, agronomy support, and service delivery for customers in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in a grain role with a track record of delivering results.
• Experience hiring, training, coaching, and managing staff.
• Proven ability to lead teams, set goals, and drive performance.
• Strong understanding of safety standards and compliance in a grain facility.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to develop plans and forecast needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team at the Hinton location, including hiring and performance reviews.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to improve operations and reduce costs.
• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, and inventory controls.
• Ensure safety training, compliance, and incident prevention measures are followed.
• Plan daily operational activities and coordinate grain movement with ROM/FSAs.
• Maintain equipment, facilities, and inventory to meet customer needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Process improvement

Safety compliance

Staff development

Budgeting

Microsoft Office

Education

High School or GED diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Central Valley Ag is seeking a senior operations manager at the Hinton, IA location to lead personnel, asset, inventory, safety, and financial management while building strong customer relationships.

The role emphasizes coaching, strategic planning, governance, and day-to-day operational leadership to ensure efficient grain movement, agronomy support, and service delivery for customers in the region.