Grain Operations Manager

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Dwight, IL
72K-103K Annually
Mid level
Food • Other • Agriculture
The Role
Manage day-to-day operations of a grain facility, focusing on safety, efficiency, quality, and profitability while leading a team and maintaining community relations.
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Thank you for your interest in joining our team!  At CGB, you can contribute to meaningful work, grow professionally and personally, and belong in a place where everyone has a voice.  

Founded in 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. is known as an innovative and progressive leader in the grain and transportation industries.  Today, CGB operates an enterprise with over 100 locations and nearly 2,000 U.S. employees overseeing a diverse family of businesses that provide an array of services for producers and logistics services for an international base of customers. The combination of our assets provides a growing organization that is celebrating over 50 years of strength and stability!

This job is primarily responsible for the day to day operations of an assigned facility. Responsibilities are primarily focused on working with their team to ensure safe, efficient and profitable operations. This job also promotes and maintains a positive image within their local communities. Incumbents at this level are typically responsible for handling of volumes over 20 million bushels, the largest storage capacities, staff of over 10 employees, and includes river, rail and terminal operations.

In this job, you will:

  • Oversee all grain quality; develop and ensure consistent execution of all operations policies, practices and procedures at the assigned facility regarding quality and handling.
  • Oversee, plan and execute capacity utilization, inventory management, quality management, preventive maintenance, up time, cost and facility efficiency.
  • Oversee facility results to ensure operations are optimally profitable; develop facility benchmarks, report on facility results and develop improvement plans for areas falling below benchmark.
  • Oversee staffing and job development activities (hiring, training, employee performance management, promotions, corrective actions, terminations, etc.); develop, communicate, and manage individual staff performance expectations that align with company goals.
  • Lead by example to reinforce exceptional customer service in all areas; including speed of product intake process, and accurate product weights and grades.
  • Lead, coach, and guide assigned team on safety, customer service and operating costs.
  • Lead and coach facility staff, perform activities, and monitor and maintain the company's safety program at assigned facility.
  • Work with various departments on communicating a plan of action regarding logistics and staffing capabilities.
  • Manage expenses in line with forecast; monitor quality, storage, logistics, repairs, maintenance, equipment and labor expenses.
  • Assist in capital allocation and project development.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Here’s what you’ll need to be considered:

Education

Required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Experience

Required - 3 years' experience in both commercial and operations sides of grain business.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of facility cost structures, mix and blend analysis, safety, efficiency, grain quality, preventive maintenance, OSHA, EPA, carry, interest, freight, FOB and CIF marketing/sales.
  • Strong knowledge of facility operations; including storage, rail and barge handling.
  • Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.
  • Strong organizational, strategic planning, time management and multi-tasking skills, with ability to remain flexible to changing priorities.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Strong planning skills.

Here’s additional information you need to know:

Physical Demands & Requirements

  • Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. frequently.
  • Ability to climb, crouch, stoop, bend, and squat, frequently.
  • Ability to stand and walk constantly/continuously.
  • Ability to balance constantly/continuously. 
  • Ability to kneel occasionally.
  • Ability to safely walk on barge surface(s) with the ability to work around deep water.
  • Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over two-way radio.
  • Ability to climb ladders and perform work at significant heights.
  • Ability to perform work in confined spaces.
  • Ability to work in an environment with high dust levels around grain and other bulk products.
  • Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
  • Ability to work extended hours, weekend, holidays and/or alternate shifts as needed.

Uses peripheral vision and depth perception for tasks being performed.

Environmental Conditions

The work environment described here are meant to be representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment.

Travel required for off-site training and/or working at alternate locations; can be up to 20% depending on facility location.

The expected base pay range for this role is:

$72,016.00 - $102,905.00

Actual pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including work location, job-related knowledge, skills and relevant experience for the job. Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

Are you ready to make a meaningful career move & an impact at CGB?  Apply today! 

 

Known in our industry for stability and high ethics, CGB Enterprises, Inc. offers a stellar benefits package including: an outstanding 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, & disability benefits, flexible spending accounts, paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick), wellness programs, recognition programs, community involvement opportunities, and much more!

 

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  EEO is the Law links in English or SpanishWe are unable to legally hire anyone who is not eligible to work in the United States nor are we able to sponsor visas.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

 

All Third Party Agencies, Headhunters, and Recruiters

CGB Enterprises, Inc. and its Subsidiaries only forms contracts with recruiters with whom we have an established relationship and with whom we have in place a signed contract. All contact from third parties must go through our Human Resources Department. Any contact made outside of our Human Resources Department by a third party will cancel any future business relationships between the third party and CGB Enterprises, Inc. and its Subsidiaries.

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The Company
HQ: Covington, LA
833 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1970

What We Do

Since 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. has relied on creativity, innovation, and integrity to build an entrepreneurial company made up of diversified businesses serving the interests of those who rely on the nation's inland river system.

Today, in addition to its leadership in the grain and transportation industries, CGB provides a full array of services for grain farmers including everything from buying, storing, selling, and shipping of the crop, to financing and risk management. Natural extensions have included soybean processing and logistics services for a global base of customers. To learn more about the business, visit us online at www.cgb.com. To see what "CGB Life"​ is like, check us out on Glassdoor by visiting https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-CGB-Enterprises-EI_IE24153.11,26.htm.
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