Location Manager

  We are a multi-location agricultural cooperative serving our members across several departments and communities. Our success is built on teamwork, shared knowledge, and a commitment to helping one another succeed. We believe in collaboration across locations and supporting our employees with the resources of a larger organization while maintaining strong local leadership.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on leader to manage one of our grain elevator locations. The Location Manager is responsible for leading daily operations, ensuring grain quality and inventory accuracy, maintaining a safe and well-kept facility, and delivering outstanding service to our producer-members.

This is a leadership role with autonomy at the local level, backed by the support of a strong cooperative network.

  Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of 4–5 employees.
• Recruit, hire, and manage seasonal harvest staff.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and      safety.
• Coordinate with other cooperative locations and      departments to ensure operational alignment.
• Manage scheduling, including extended harvest hours.

Operational & Grain Management

• Oversee receiving, storage, conditioning, and shipment      of grain.
• Monitor grain condition (temperature, aeration, quality      control).
• Maintain accurate grain and product inventory records.
• Operate and oversee grain scale and computer systems.

Customer & Member Service

• Build strong relationships with producer-members.
• Support product sales and cooperative initiatives.
• Ensure smooth harvest flow and efficient turnaround      times.
• Resolve concerns professionally and proactively.

Facility & Safety Oversight

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the facility.
• Oversee grounds upkeep including mowing and weed      control.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and cooperative      safety standards.
• Promote safe work practices and lead by example.

  Qualifications

• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Experience in grain handling or agricultural operations      preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory management and operational      controls.
• OSHA safety awareness.
• Proficiency with computer systems and grain scale      operations.
• Ability to work extended and flexible hours during      harvest.

  What We Offer

• Leadership opportunity within a stable,      community-focused cooperative
• Support from multiple locations and experienced      departments
• Collaborative team environment