Grain Branch Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Heritage Cooperative is always looking for friendly, outgoing, customer-service driven employees. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are constantly thinking outside of the box for new ways to make working at Heritage Cooperative attractive to our current and prospective employees. If this sounds like you, apply today and join the team!

This position oversees operations at both the Cairo and Arlington Grain locations. This position is expected to split time between both and manage staff and operations. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Serve as a positive representation of Heritage Cooperative’s Core Values

• Provide Superior Customer Service
• Highest Standards of Integrity and Trust
• Continuous Improvement
• Being a Good Partner

Abide by all safety regulations to ensure safety of oneself, coworkers and customers

Attentively report and keep records as required by the facility

Be aware of and assure that all assigned personnel comply with government regulations and company safety policies and procedures including safety training, safety meetings and inspections

Conduct annual performance evaluations for all direct reporting employees

Cooperate with all other Heritage Cooperative locations to promote the most efficient use of personnel and equipment

Ensure all branch employees receive required training for assigned tasks

Greet customers in a polite, professional and positive manner

Implement sound inventory control procedures and report accurate inventory measurements when required

Interview, hire, and release all branch personnel

Manage inventory and condition of grain, feed and fuel

Overall supervision of the day-to-day operations of the branch

Oversee preventative maintenance on all branch equipment to obtain the maximum efficiency possible and ensure the longevity of all fixed assets

Other duties as assigned by your supervisor

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Ability to frequently stand and/or walk for extended periods of time

Ability to frequently sit for extended periods of time

Ability to frequently lift and/or carry heavy objects no more than 50 pounds

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed

Willingness to work various weather elements including cold, heat, wind, rain, etc. 

Valid Driver’s License, with acceptable driving record

Outstanding Organizational and Time-Management Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Respectable Mechanical Skills

Must be able to split time and manage both assigned locations

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent

Previous Management Experience 

Previous Grain Experience

Previous Supervisory Experience

 

WHY HERITAGE?

Competitive Pay

401k match after 6 months

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Company paid Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Farm Bureau Membership

Paid Holidays, Sick, and Vacation Time

 

If you see yourself as a future Grain Branch Manager with Heritage Cooperative, apply TODAY at

 

DISCLAIMER

The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Heritage Cooperative retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice to the employee. 

 

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

 

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Heritage Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Heritage Cooperative complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

 

Heritage Cooperative expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Heritage Cooperative’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.