Assistant Operations Manager

Bunge•Dubuque, IA

14d

About The Position

The Assistant Operations Manager supports operational activities and assists with developing and maintaining the facility as directed by the Operations and Commercial Managers. The role works closely with the Operations Manager to keep the facility prepared to meet schedules and respond to opportunities. Support areas include inventory and operational cost control, logistics, mix and blend activities, grain conditioning and space allocation, preventative maintenance, talent management and production planning, energy conservation, and asset security. The role also leads onsite workers, including contractors, temporary workers, and service providers, and helps ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, environmental, and company programs. The position involves hands-on operational, mechanical, and technical work in an outdoor environment, including work at heights and in inclement weather. Rotating weekend availability is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work and interact well with others.
Prior experience working in an elevator and/or terminal.
Ability to perform heavy-duty operational, mechanical, and technical hands-on responsibilities.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including frequently standing, walking, using hands, kneeling, bending, and lifting or moving more than 50 pounds.
Availability to work weekends on a rotating basis.

Nice To Haves

Farming background.

Responsibilities

Assist with effective inventory control in accordance with company requirements.
Help ensure the superintendent maintains costs at or below the operational cost control plan.
Assist the Operations Manager in developing and executing facility improvements.
Help maximize mix and blend opportunities by using in-house stocks and grain available in the marketplace, including effective space allocation.
Assist in scheduling preventative maintenance while maintaining a safe and reliable facility in compliance with OSHA grain handling standards.
Help develop operational staff to manage costs and ensure uninterrupted facility operations.
Help implement the energy conservation program and improve sustainability while reducing energy costs or consumption.
Help maintain asset security and minimize exposure to theft, property damage, vandalism, and trespassing.
Lead onsite workers, including contractors, temporary workers, and service providers.
Help ensure compliance with required safety, regulatory, environmental, and company programs, including applicable federal, state, and local requirements concerning occupational health and safety, environmental protection, and operational permits.
Provide excellent customer service and assist customers as needed.
Recommend process improvements as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.