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Grain Elevator Location Manager at The DeLong Co., Inc.

The DeLong Co., Inc. Clinton, WI

Job Description


Location: 601 DeLco Drive, USA, Clinton, WI, 53525
Employee Type: Full Time - Exempt

Description

Grain Elevator Location Manager

Job Description:
The function of this position is to manage/oversee the employees, to ensure that we are working toward a common goal of servicing our customer base, keeping the customer happy and retaining the customer year over year, while keeping grain in condition to execute delivery of a quality product to the best markets available. Country Elevator assets, including this one, exist to feed the larger container export program that Delong is at the forefront of, providing a specialty product to a customer that requires the highest of standards.

SCHEDULE: This is a full-time salaried position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the peak work hours. From September until November hours will be 7am - 7pm.

PAY: $70k+ based on experience

Location: Clinton, WI

Benefits:
  • The DeLong Co., Inc. offers affordable Medical, Free Dental, Vision, Rx, pet insurance and Life insurance coverage.
  • 401k with matching, FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
  • Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life and Voluntary Long-Term Disability
  • Vacation and sick time
  • Career driven long term position with the opportunity for advancement


Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Grain Elevator Location Manager:

  • Responsible for all grain handling equipment ensuring it is properly maintained and in good working condition, including the rolling stock.
  • Supervising, leading, and developing all elevator employees
  • Training employees to meet state and OSHA safety criteria
  • Managing the handling of all inbound and outbound grain.
  • Scheduling and ensuring completion of all daily operations
  • Creating and maintaining a good housekeeping policy for the entire location
  • Resolve issues with customers when they arise
  • Approve all invoices as well as manage credit card spending
  • Ensure the employees at the facility have all the tools they need to do the job safely and effectively
  • Schedule the federal grain inspection accordingly with loading plan
  • Train employees annually to safely store and apply fumigation
  • Train all contractors that come onsite with the safety standards set forth by The Delong Company


Requirements

Key Attributes of the Grain Elevator Location Manager:
  • Minimum 24 months as Superintendent or 5-year experience in supervising grain elevator operations
  • Advanced knowledge in Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulics, and Pneumatic systems
  • Ability to communicate within all levels of employees and upper management
  • Maintain an active fumigation license in the state operated in
  • Must be a highly organized person
  • Must be able to use MS OFFICE
  • Proficient understanding of electronics - computers, computer networks, cameras, and communication devices
  • Ability to work with metal and metal fabrication tools
  • Advanced understanding of profit margins and best ways to maximize profitability
  • Ability to load trucks and rail cars properly
  • ability to operate rolling stock
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
  • Ability to work extended hours during Harvest time (approx. September - January) 65-75 hours per week including some weekends
  • Work that deals with weather and adverse conditions including a dusty environment
  • Maintain a valid drivers license as well as a valid auto insurance
  • With the use of Fall Protection - comfortable with minimum heights up to 140 feet
  • The ability to lift 40lbs repeatedly
  • Standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time
  • Willingness to work outside in varying weather conditions and a dusty work environment


Compensation details: 70000



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