Grain Operations Lead — Safety & Quality

CL 2bc4259c 82d2 4d4a 97b9 ee7e4d77ee89; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Company matches 50% up to 10%

PTO accrual after 30 days ofemployment

Paid Holidays

Company bonus incentive

Health insurance plans

Dental & Vision

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Identity Theft Insurance

Accident Insurance

Clothing Allowance

Shift Differential

Job summary

How-To Building Center seeks a Lead Grain Operations Specialist to oversee daily grain handling, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. You will lead a team, manage equipment, and support inventory and customer service for cooperative patrons.

The role blends hands-on operation with leadership, requiring proactive problem solving, adherence to OSHA regulations, and a focus on continuous improvement during harvest and peak periods.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service ethic and safety-conscious approach.
• Ability to lead a grain handling team during peak seasonal work.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new equipment and technologies.
• Experience in agriculture, grain operations, or industrial environments is valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily grain receiving, drying, conditioning, and loading.
• Operate and monitor grain handling equipment (conveyors, legs, dryers, aeration).
• Maintain grain quality through testing, grading, and proper storage practices.
• Assist with blending, transferring, and inventory control of grain.
• Direct daily operations and support staff to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Train new employees on safety, equipment, and cooperative standards.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Mechanical curiosity

Stress management

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Conveyors

Dryers

Job description

How-To Building Center seeks a Lead Grain Operations Specialist to oversee daily grain handling, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. You will lead a team, manage equipment, and support inventory and customer service for cooperative patrons.

The role blends hands-on operation with leadership, requiring proactive problem solving, adherence to OSHA regulations, and a focus on continuous improvement during harvest and peak periods.