Grain Operations Foreman

FS System; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight FS, based in Wisconsin, is seeking a Grain Operations Foreman to coordinate daily grain operations with the Location Manager. The role oversees grain quality control, equipment maintenance, inventory management, and safety training for the team.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating labor needs, and ensuring efficient, compliant operations while using internal software for tracking and reporting. CDL required and environment includes variable conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2-3 years leading production personnel
• Understanding of production scheduling, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and expense control
• Strong communication, collaboration, customer focus, and decision-making abilities

Responsibilities

• Coordinate grain operations with Location Manager and Grain Operations & Marketing Manager
• Provide grain quality control including monthly temperature readings, fan maintenance, and moisture/dockage targets
• Supervise grain department employees when needed
• Operate and troubleshoot grain-related software for customers
• Inspect, maintain, and PMI all grain equipment for safe operation
• Collect grain samples and weigh incoming/outgoing shipments
• Manage on-site grain inventory and condition, assist customers with loading/unloading

Job description

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Grain Operations Foreman - Insight FS - Waupun, WI

Company: Insight FS

State: WI

InsightFS is headquartered in Jefferson, Wisconsinwith 23 branches across the state and upper peninsula of Michigan. Insight FS has 430+ employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 50,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, agri-finance, precision agriculture, nutrient management, energy, feed, grain, and turf. InsightFS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Coordinatesall aspects of daily grain operationsin conjunctionwith Location Manager and Grain Operations & Marketing Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Provide grain quality control including, but not limited to, monthly temperature readings, fan maintenance and utilization, inbound/outbound grain rotation, account for < 5% shrink/FM outbound, average 14.7 on outbound moisture, and < 1% on outbound dockage.

Coordinate with Location Manager on grain labor needs.

Works together with the Location Manager in managing budgeted expenses, payroll, and overtime costs.

Supervise grain department employees (potentially).

Operate and troubleshoot all grain related software for internal and external customers.

Inspects, maintains, and performs PMI on all grain equipment for safe and efficient operation.

Collects grain samples and weigh incoming and outgoing grain shipments.

Responsible for on-site grain inventory per bin and condition of grain.

Assist customers with loading and unloading of grain.

Conduct grain safety training including coordination and execution. This will include annual graining training, training on hot work permits and confined spaces.

Ensures subordinate company employees follow all company safety practices and procedures.

Keep facility maintained to meet insurance and OSHA requirements.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

May be required to perform operational duties such as CDL Delivery, Dry and Liquid Fertilizer mix and load.

May be required to serve on the location Safety Committee.

Communicates professionally and provides optimal customer service.

Utilizes technology and Microsoft Office programs to enhance business processes.

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2-3 years of related work experience to demonstrate the ability to provide daily leadership to all production personnel, problem-solving skills, time-management and planning skills.

Understanding and experience with production scheduling, inventory management, equipment maintenance, operation records, and expense control.

Demonstrated essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Requires a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Continuously exposed or required to:

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Confined spaces
• Lift 51-70 lbs.
• Required to push heavy objects

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

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SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages aredesigned to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more.We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

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