Grain Storage Manager

Perdue Farms; Elizabeth City (NC); Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Perdue Foods is seeking a Grain Storage Manager to lead a grain storage facility, overseeing production, logistics and inventory while guiding safety, environmental compliance and cost management. You will use data-driven insights to plan forecasts and budgets, and drive capital investments to boost productivity and customer satisfaction.

You will develop staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with grain merchandising to optimize grain movement and service quality.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or 5–7 years grain operations experience in lieu.
• 3–5 years of related experience with 1–2 years supervisory.
• Knowledge of grain receiving and storage technologies.
• Knowledge of Federal and State environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of Federal and State OSHA regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong math, organizational, and analytical skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead and direct activities of facility personnel that receive, dry, store, and distribute grain, including hiring, training and development of staff.
• Develop and administer a safe working environment in line with regulations and Perdue AgriBusiness requirements.
• Administer a program to prevent environmental incidents and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ensure service and equity of grades for internal and external customers.
• Maintain quality and quantity of inventory with USDA FDA compliance.
• Oversee routine and preventive maintenance to maximize equipment availability and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to increase operating effectiveness and reduce costs; develop capital plans and projects.
• Coordinate with grain merchandising for positive customer relationships and cost-effective grain movement.
• Perform other tasks as directed by the supervisor.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Math skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture/Logistics/Business

Jobbeschreibung

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

As a Grain Storage Manager, you will provide strategic and hands‑on leadership to ensure our grain storage facility operates safely, efficiently, and at peak performance. In this role, you will lead and develop facility teams, champion safety and environmental excellence, and deliver outstanding customer service. You will oversee production, logistics, and inventory processes while using data driven insights to plan forecasts, manage costs, and guide annual budgets. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will also identify and recommend capital investments that enhance productivity, quality, and customer experience, making a meaningful impact across our Agribusiness operations.

• Lead and direct the activities of facility personnel that receive, dry, store, and distribute grain. This includes hiring, training, and developing the staff to meet the needs of the facility.
• Develop, lead and administer an effective and proactive process to provide a safe working environment for all associates in accordance with Federal State, Local regulations and Perdue AgriBusiness requirements.
• Develop, lead and administer an effective and proactive program to prevent environmental incidents and ensure compliance with all applicable Federal State, Local regulations and Perdue AgriBusiness requirements.
• Ensure service and equity of grades is provided to both internal and external customers
• Administer an effective Inventory Control Program to maintain quality and quantity of inventory handled at the facility and ensure compliance with USDA Warehousing, FDA regulations and Perdue Grain & Oilseed LLC requirements.
• Ensure routine and preventative maintenance is performed on all equipment to ensure maximum availability, operating efficiency, and longevity.
• Identify opportunities, synergies and improvements to increase facility operating effectiveness and reduce operating costs. This includes the development of capital plans and execution of individual projects according to plan.
• Coordinate with grain merchandising to ensure positive customer relationships and effective planning to provide for timely and least cost movement of grain.
• Perform other tasks as directed by the supervisor.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Logistics or Business.
• In lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree, 5-7 years of grain operations experience will be accepted.
• 3-5 years of related experience, with 1-2 years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of grain receiving and storage technologies.
• Knowledge of Federal and State environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of Federal and State OSHA regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong math, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of standard software applications.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Able to move freely throughout the AgriBusiness facilities to include climbing vertical heights (0 - 150'), carrying tools and equipment (0-50 pounds), exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available).
• Must be able to wear protective equipment to include self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Required to travel to remote AgriBusiness facilities and customer locations.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.