Grain Operations Team Lead - Legacy Farmers Cooperative - Fostoria, OH

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6566 CR 236  Findlay, OH  45840

 

JOB POSTING

 

Position:                                           Grain Operations Team Lead

 

Reports to:                                       Location Manager

 

Classification:                                 Fulltime, Hourly

 

Location:                                          Fostoria

 

Summary/Objective: 

• Conduct daily grain handling operations including good housekeeping/safety practices while providing excellent customer service to the cooperative’s patrons
• Assist Grain Branch Manager with daily outside operations, the supervision of facility associates, managing grain quality and inventory reporting.

 

Grain Associate Requirements:

• Maintain an attitude that promotes teamwork and a favorable image of the cooperative
• Self-motivated with ability to work well with others and independently
• Provide friendly customer service
• Have exceptional communication skills
• Possess flexibility and adaptability in meeting constraints and demands
• Ability to read and follow detailed directions and learn new skills as required
• Comfortable working in, around, and on top of grain bins and railcars
• Must have a full range of body motion including bending, squatting and twisting
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and reach work above shoulders
• Ability to operate forklift/skid steer safely and proficiently (training provided)
• Working knowledge of the agriculture industry or grain facility operations
• Previous management experience preferred

 

Team Lead Requirements:

• Must work with the team to accomplish daily tasks and promote the completion of duties in a timely manner
• Assist with planning day-to-day employee tasks and grain movement priorities
• In the absence of Manager, plan, schedule and ensure the day’s schedule is carried out
• Inform Branch Manager of issues with jobs being accomplished and employee issues observed
• With consultation of Branch Manager, responsible for disciplinary action, if needed, including verbal warnings and write ups
• Assist Branch Manager with employee items such as the hiring process, orientation training, timecards, scheduling and evaluations