Grain Operations Management Trainee

Description:

We are a company which creates value for and builds mutually beneficial and enduring relationships with all stakeholders and others with whom we do business. We continue to leverage our core strengths in both the commodity grain and fertilizer industries to strategically grow while remaining committed to a legacy of success to become the most nimble and innovative North American ag supply chain company.

Grain Operations Supervisors at The Andersons, Inc. are an integral component of the ag supply chain by leading the day-to-day management of our grain facilities. Our management teams consist of leaders who are committed to establishing and promoting a culture of safety amongst team members across the United States and Canada.. Individuals in these roles also possess key skills of a disciplined safety mindset, hands-on leadership, and overall knowledge of asset management.

Day to Day Responsibilities of Grain Operations Management Trainees include:

• Motivate, train, develop, and lead team of hourly personnel at facility
• Partner with merchandising team to coordinate all transportation and maintenance needs for the facility to ensure on-time deliveries
• Develop knowledge of product quality, quantity, and inventories
• Establish, promote, and enforce a culture of safety amongst a diverse team
• Develop leadership skills to provide a base knowledge for future management opportunities

For the Grain Operations Management Trainee program, we are looking for individuals who meet the following requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Engineering, or related field
• One year of relevant work experience or internships
• Fluent in English, knowledge of second language is a plus
• Willingness to travel and flexibility to relocate
• Demonstrate leadership ability and ability to influence others
• Self-starter who is highly motivated with the ability to develop creative solutions
• Able to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience in customer service and able to proactively identify and resolve issues
• Excellent written and verbal skills and detail-oriented in the areas that require analysis