Shift Superintendent - Grain Operations

Perdue Farms; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue AgriBusiness in Chesapeake seeks a Shift Superintendent to oversee daily production, logistics and inventory, driving safety, efficiency and cost control. You will coordinate truck, barge and rail movements to ensure timely vessel shipments and a steady grain supply, while maximizing storage and scheduling effectiveness.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, or Logistics and 5–8 years in grain operations or related logistics, with strong knowledge of rail, truck,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Business, or Logistics or equivalent experience.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in grain handling, logistics, or operations.
• Knowledge of grain handling/storage facilities and USDA grain standards.
• Knowledge of rail, truck, barge and vessel logistics.
• Experience implementing safety programs and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for production, logistics and inventory staff.
• Ensure safety program is effective and conditions are safe for all associates.
• Manage grain movement through Chesapeake to maximize facility efficiency.
• Monitor inventory and quality through the Inventory Control Program.
• Coordinate vessel loading schedules with Terminal Manager.
• Collaborate with facility management and traffic groups to align plans.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics coordination

Safety management

Operations optimization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Agriculture, Business, or Logistics)

Job description

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. 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

Oversee daily operations that keep our facility running safely, efficiently, and at peak performance. As a Shift Superintendent, you will manage production activities while optimizing inventory flow and coordinating truck, barge, and rail logistics to support timely vessel shipments and a consistent grain supply to the soybean crush facility. You will drive operational efficiency by maximizing storage capacity, blending opportunities, and scheduling effectiveness while maintaining strong cost control. This role is ideal for a results driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at coordinating complex operations, and is committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The salary range for this position is $89,000 - $133,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for production, logistics and inventory staff to include hiring, training and developing the staff to meet the needs of the facility.
• Provide leadership for the safety program to ensure safe working conditions for all associates.
• Effectively manage grain movement through Chesapeake to maximize facility efficiency, revenue generation and meet internal/external customer needs.
• Effectively monitor and manage the quality and inventory of products through implementation of the facility Inventory Control Program.
• Ensure compliance with GIPSA/USDA grain handling and warehousing regulations.
• Coordinate activities and plans with facility management, merchandising and internal/external traffic groups.
• Coordinate scheduling of vessel loading with the Terminal Manager.

Minimum Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (Agriculture, Business, or Logistics), or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5-8 years of experience.
• Knowledge of grain handling/storage facility operations and technologies.
• Knowledge of USDA Grain Standards for Domestic and Export operations.
• Knowledge of rail, truck, barge and vessel logistics.
• Employee relations experience.

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.