Grain Elevator Operations Leader

Iowa Ag; Creston, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunge seeks an Operations Manager in Creston, IA to provide operational leadership for the facility, ensuring efficient and profitable operation of the elevator/terminal. You will partner with Location and Regional Operations Managers to keep the site prepared to meet schedules and seize opportunities.

Responsibilities include overseeing inventory control, cost management, maintenance, talent development, safety training, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or technical degree in agriculture, business, engineering, or safety preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience in a grain elevator or terminal with leadership.
• Experience leading a safety program.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for the facility to ensure efficient, profitable operation.
• Oversee inventory control and cost management.
• Lead maintenance and safety programs in compliance with OSHA grain handling standards.
• Coordinate with regional leadership and schedule production planning.
• Manage contractors, temps, and service providers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team leadership

Safety program leadership

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bunge seeks an Operations Manager in Creston, IA to provide operational leadership for the facility, ensuring efficient and profitable operation of the elevator/terminal. You will partner with Location and Regional Operations Managers to keep the site prepared to meet schedules and seize opportunities.

Responsibilities include overseeing inventory control, cost management, maintenance, talent development, safety training, and regulatory compliance.