Operations Manager - Grain

The Mennel Milling Company; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and HOL

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Rewards & Recognition Program

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Mennel Milling Company is seeking an Operations Manager - Grain in Troy, OH. You will lead safe, efficient grain operations, ensuring proper receiving, storage, conditioning, and shipping to meet quality and service standards.

You will drive safety culture, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the facility. The role requires 3–5 years in grain handling or ag operations, strong leadership, and ability to manage teams and budgets.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
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• Bachelor's degree preferred in related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive grain handling or agricultural operations experience preferred.
• Ability to pass a respirator fit test and work while wearing a respirator.
• Strong leadership and employee development experience.
• Excellent critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the facility to meet Mennel's quality and service standards.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, FSMA, sanitation requirements, and corporate EHS programs.
• Maintain an everyday audit-ready facility and promote a strong food safety culture.
• Take ownership of personnel safety, product quality, food safety, environmental compliance, and operational performance.
• Maintain Mennel's housekeeping and sanitation standards to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient operation.
• Direct and coordinate facility operations in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Manage facility profitability and maintain P&L responsibility for assigned operations.
• Develop team members through coaching, goal setting, performance management, and leadership development.

Skills

Strong leadership

Employee development

Safety practices

Grain handling operations

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Operations, Agribusiness, Agricultural Management, or related field

Job description

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Operations Manager - Grain

Operations Full Time Regular Troy, OH, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2864

Operations Manager - Grain | Join Our Team!

Location: Mennel Grain Group – Troy, Ohio
Schedule: Full-Time, schedule as assigned; overtime as required

Flip Your Career with Mennel!

At Mennel, we believe in doing right and bringing our best to our people who are helping to feed the world. We promote teamwork and recognize the individual contributions everyone plays in the overall success of the company.

In this role, you'll help sustain Mennel's tradition of excellence established in 1886 while supporting our food safety programs and mission to reliably deliver superior quality, uniformity, and service. If you're a proven operations leader with a passion for grain handling, safety, employee development, and operational excellence, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Who You Are

The ideal Operations Manager - Grain is a strategic and hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced agricultural operation. You are committed to safety, quality, and operational efficiency while developing high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement. You understand the critical role grain quality, customer service, and facility performance play in the success of the business.

What You'll Do

As the Operations Manager - Grain, you will oversee the safe and efficient operation of the facility while ensuring grain is properly received, stored, conditioned, and shipped to meet Mennel's quality and service standards. You will be responsible for the overall performance of the facility and its employees while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading all facility operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant grain handling activities
• Ensuring compliance with GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, FSMA, sanitation requirements, and corporate EHS programs
• Maintaining an everyday audit-ready facility and promoting a strong food safety culture
• Taking ownership of personnel safety, product quality, food safety, environmental compliance, and operational performance
• Maintaining Mennel's housekeeping and sanitation standards to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient operation
• Directing and coordinating facility operations in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Managing facility profitability and maintaining P&L responsibility for assigned operations
• Utilizing Mennel's Mission, Quality, and Safety Statements as guiding principles in decision-making
• Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement
• Hiring, training, developing, and retaining operations, maintenance, and administrative personnel
• Establishing a clear vision and culture that supports operational excellence and company objectives
• Developing team members through coaching, goal setting, performance management, and leadership development
• Promoting employee ownership, accountability, and teamwork throughout the facility
• Serving as a resource and mentor to employees and leadership team members
• Maintaining responsibility for grain quality programs, documentation, and regulatory compliance
• Supporting facility documentation and serving as backup for key operational functions as needed
• Collaborating with corporate and regional leadership to achieve operational goals and strategic initiatives
• Performing other duties as assigned

Leadership Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the overall supervision, management, and development of all employees within the facility, including:

• Operations Personnel
• Maintenance Staff
• Administrative Employees
• Seasonal Employees
• Contractors and Service Providers

You will be responsible for building a high-performing team, driving accountability, and ensuring the facility operates safely and efficiently.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Operations, Agribusiness, Agricultural Management, or a related field preferred
• 3–5 years of progressive grain handling or agricultural operations experience preferred
• Ability to pass a respirator fit test and work while wearing a respirator
• Strong leadership and employee development experience
• Excellent critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to learn new skills and assume additional responsibilities
• Demonstrated passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement
• Strong understanding of grain handling operations, safety practices, and quality standards
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with employees at all organizational levels

Why Join Mennel?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth:

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits (medical, prescription, vision, dental, HSA, company-paid short-term disability, EAP, Local YMCA cost sharing, and more)
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• Rewards & Recognition Program
• Tuition Assistance

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today and help Mennel continue its tradition of excellence by leading safe, efficient grain operations that support our mission of feeding the world.