What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grain Operations Manager position at Top AG Cooperative?
Grain Operations Manager
All Grain Locations | Full-Time, Exempt
Top Ag Cooperative is seeking a Grain Operations Manager to lead operations across our grain facilities. This role oversees grain superintendents, location managers, and operations staff, with responsibility for inventory and quality control, facility equipment, rail loading activities, and truck loading/unloading - all while driving continuous improvement across the department.
What You'll Do:
- Lead, coach, and hold teams accountable to high standards and safety practices
- Oversee facility and equipment maintenance, including preventive maintenance and repairs
- Manage grain inventory, quality, and loading/unloading logistics
- Partner with the Grain Department Manager on operational planning and improvements
- Support special projects and provide expertise to leadership as needed
What You Bring:
- Associate's Degree in Ag Business, Ag Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3-5 years of leadership experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Valid driver's license
- Experience in ag operations, truck loading, or railcar loading is a plus
Why Top Ag?
At Top Ag, we're farmer-owned and community-driven. We're looking for someone who leads with honesty, stays dedicated and engaged with our team and local growers, takes ownership and accountability, brings real expertise to the job, and holds themselves to a professional standard in everything they do. If that sounds like you, we'd love to talk.
Physical demands include outdoor work, extended hours, seasonal/weekend availability, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
Salary : $85,000 - $110,000