Regional Grain Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Operations

• Maintain and manage grain quality and quantity for specified locations
• Monitor and control grain discounts and expenses for specified locations
• Monitor grain dryer operations for specified locations
• Coordinate the daily logistics of grain and products the specified facilities
• Prepare to execute a weekly facility-specific shipping schedule
• Conduct and document physical inspections of grain condition and quality at all specified locations
• Complete monthly facility size ups
• Monitor the blending process of grain for delivery provide training to grain operators to improve grades, reduce discounts, and eliminate the chance of rejected loads.
• Work alongside the Grain Operations Manager in the creation of standard operating procedures
• Manage the implementation and utilization of standard operation procedures

Repair and Maintenance

• Maintain facility housekeeping, preventive maintenance and other required documentation
• Schedule and document equipment preventive and necessary maintenance
• Maintain company assets
• Provide input on needed projects and improvements
• When directed, oversee grain facility upgrades and building projects
• Review and prioritize repair orders with grain operations staff
• Provide a yearly maintenance schedule for all locations and document progress weekly
• Assist in Dekra RCI implementation
• Train Grain Operators to be proficient with Dekra RCI

Safety

• Lead by example and promote a positive safety culture
• Ensure that all work practices are completed in a safe manner and promote safety amongst employees and customers
• Prepare a Job Safety Analysis and submit for approval prior to beginning work on special projects
• Provide training and monitor the activities of all outside contractors and visitors
• Meet compliance with all federal, state, local, and company safety policies
• Enforce all safety policies and initiatives

Personnel

• Manage and schedule grain operations personnel for specified locations
• Hire and train location Grain Operations Employees; full time, part time, and seasonal
• Notify the Grain Operations Manager of personnel issues
• Assist the Grain Operations Manager with disciplinary actions of supervised employees
• Conduct performance reviews to supervised employees
• Coach and motivate employees
• Encourage strong team morale
• Provide a weekly employee labor and task schedule

Accounting

• Assist in controlling grain department facility costs
• Assist in monitoring, approving and signing off on grain department accounts payables
• Provide input for fiscal year grain department budget
• Control overtime expenses

Miscellaneous

• Communicate and document progress updates to Grain Operations Manager weekly
• Facilitate weekly group staff meetings
• Act in a manner that helps promote a positive image for Maplehurst Farms and contributes to great customer service
• Perform other needed functions as requested by management

Requirements: