Elevator Superintendent - Grain

Key Cooperative•New Sharon, IA

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Key Cooperative is a member-owned rural Iowa cooperative serving agricultural producers, with locations in 13 communities and six counties. The cooperative provides agronomy, energy, feed, and grain services and emphasizes innovation, leadership, and performance in support of its owners. Key Cooperative is hiring an Elevator Superintendent in New Sharon, Iowa. The superintendent works alongside grain operations employees responsible for grain handling and plant maintenance. The role focuses on maintaining grain quality and facility upkeep, coordinating grain movement and receiving, and supporting reliable service to producers and customers. The position offers competitive compensation, a full benefits package, development opportunities, and a family-oriented work environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–5 years of experience in grain, maintenance, agriculture, farming, equipment operation, or other relatable experience.
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a CDL with required endorsements.
Willingness to obtain a Pest Control Applicators License.
Ability to work longer hours during peak seasons.
Outstanding work ethic and attention to detail.
Ability to project a positive attitude to customers and employees and demonstrate good customer relations skills.

Responsibilities

Lead efforts to maintain grain quality and proper handling, keep grain in good condition, and conduct monthly facility inspections in accordance with OSHA inspection standards.
Assist the Grain Operations Lead with coordinating grain movement between Key locations and processors.
Monitor grain inventory quality and condition and complete weekly inventory reports.
Coordinate and perform the dumping and receiving of producers' grain.
Bin grain according to type and quality factors.
Blend and load out grain as directed to meet contract grade and weight specifications.
Perform required preventative maintenance and submit all preventative maintenance reports on time.
Clean up grain spills and lead efforts to keep indoor and outdoor work areas extremely neat and orderly.
Maintain reliable attendance and schedule time off with advance notice.
Promote the business with existing and potential customers.