Grain & Agronomy Operations Specialist

FIVE STAR COOPERATIVE; Lime Springs (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Cooperative in Iowa seeks an Operations Specialist to support grain and agronomy facilities under the supervision of the location supervisor and/or operations manager. Duties include receiving grain, maintaining grain conditions, measuring inventory, and operating equipment such as forklifts and loaders, with assistance for loading/unloading fertilizer and chemicals.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safe operation, and accurate inventory control, offering variety across grain handling,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with grain handling or agronomy operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grain quality and assist in weighing, grading, and inventory.
• Operate forklifts and loaders; load/unload trucks.
• Receive fertilizer and chemicals; manage inventory.
• Prepare mix schedules and ensure accurate inventory control.
• Maintain equipment and perform general housekeeping.
• Provide excellent customer service and support other locations as needed.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

MS Word

MS Excel

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

Five Star Cooperative in Iowa seeks an Operations Specialist to support grain and agronomy facilities under the supervision of the location supervisor and/or operations manager. Duties include receiving grain, maintaining grain conditions, measuring inventory, and operating equipment such as forklifts and loaders, with assistance for loading/unloading fertilizer and chemicals.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safe operation, and accurate inventory control, offering variety across grain handling,