Grain Elevator Operations Lead

Premier Cooperative; Mansfield (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Cooperative in Mansfield, IL is seeking an Outside Operations role to manage the alcohol? grain elevator outside operations, supervise crews, optimize facility performance and inventory control.

The position requires leadership, hands-on supervision, and adherence to safety and quality standards, with extended hours during peak seasons and the ability to climb and work outdoors in all weather. Previous grain handling experience is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 5 years grain handling experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving and organizational skills supporting team mentorship.
• Willing to work extended hours, weekends and holidays during peak seasons.
• Able to climb regularly, no fear of heights.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Abide by all cooperative safety and environmental policies, protocol and procedures.
• Supervise and train outside crew in the operations of the elevator. Duties include promoting teamwork and a positive image of the cooperative.
• Assure the proper grain storage and condition to maintain the highest quality possible. Duties include segregating inventory according to grade and moisture, ensuring proper aeration, checking temperature and sampling quality.
• Ensure efficient operation of grain dryer(s). Duties include drying wet grain down to target moisture levels while avoiding shrink and maintaining quality.
• Coordinate grain receiving operations for maximum efficiencies, while being responsive to the needs of our farmer/owners. Duties include properly managing traffic flow, space utilization and ground pile management.
• Coordinate grain shipping operations for maximum efficiencies, while maintaining adequate receiving capacity. Duties include loading both trucks and rail cars, recovering grain piles and properly blending product to meet grade.
• Manage facility assets for optimum performance, including preventative management, repair and equipment replacement.
• Promote a clean facility environment and ensure compliance with housekeeping policies, procedures and standards. Duties include monitoring outside contractors to make sure housekeeping rules are followed.
• Provide Regional Hub Manager recommendations for short- and long-term improvements to the facility to include staffing levels and training requirements needed to improve the team.
• Work extended hours as needed
• Be at work on time and ready to work with a neat and clean appearance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Premier Cooperative in Mansfield, IL is seeking an Outside Operations role to manage the alcohol? grain elevator outside operations, supervise crews, optimize facility performance and inventory control.

The position requires leadership, hands-on supervision, and adherence to safety and quality standards, with extended hours during peak seasons and the ability to climb and work outdoors in all weather. Previous grain handling experience is essential.