Grain Branch Manager

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 Cooperatives 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 Drivers 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

• Bachelors 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 www.heritagecooperative.com/Careers!

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 Cooperatives employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.