Grain Elevator Operations Leader

Iowa Ag; Creston (IA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunge is seeking an Operations Manager in Creston, Iowa to provide operational leadership for the elevator/terminal, ensuring safe, efficient, and profitable performance across inventory, cost control, maintenance and logistics.

You will oversee maintenance, safety programs, talent development, and coordination with regional leadership, contractors, and staff, while maintaining OSHA compliance and energy conservation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Technical Degree in Agriculture, Business, Engineering, and/or Safety.
• 3+ years' experience in a grain elevator or terminal in a leadership capacity.
• Experience leading an effective safety program.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assure effective inventory control within company requirements
• Engage and maintain at or below the operational cost control plan
• Assist location manager in development and execution of facility improvements
• Maximize mix & blend opportunities by utilizing in house stocks and grain available in the marketplace using effective space allocation
• Schedule and lead all preventative maintenance functions while maintaining a safe and reliable facility in compliance with OSHA grain handling standards
• Lead talent development for operational staff to manage cost and guarantee uninterrupted facility operations
• Ensure all operational staff is properly trained and comprehend all safety and operating procedures
• Comprehend generic program language, extrapolate critical or pertinent data, and apply to a site-specific application
• Ensure implementation of energy conservation program and enhance sustainability while reducing energy cost and/or consumption of energy.
• Ensure security of asset to minimize or eliminate exposure to theft, property damage, vandalism, and trespassing.
• Lead workers onsite, including contractors, temps, and service providers
• Provide leadership and ensure compliance with all required safety, regulatory, environmental, and company programs while applying program specifics to your facility, including Federal, State, and Local regulations regarding Occupation Health and Safety, Environmental Protection, and Operational Permit requirements
• Communicate effectively with regional leadership regarding all aspects of the facility and operation
• Demonstrate regular attendance and timeliness

Skills

Leadership

Safety programs

Inventory control

Maintenance management

Communication

Education

Bachelor or Technical Degree in Agriculture, Business, Engineering, and/or Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bunge is seeking an Operations Manager in Creston, Iowa to provide operational leadership for the elevator/terminal, ensuring safe, efficient, and profitable performance across inventory, cost control, maintenance and logistics.

You will oversee maintenance, safety programs, talent development, and coordination with regional leadership, contractors, and staff, while maintaining OSHA compliance and energy conservation.