Grain Elevator Assistant Superintendent

Savage • Duluth, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1907, Bartlett is a diverse agribusiness specializing in grain acquisition, storage, transportation, processing and merchandising. We’re a leading exporter of grain to Mexico and supply flour to a wide range of popular brands you likely encounter every day. As a Savage company, we’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us.

The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for providing training, support and assistance to hourly team members. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary workplace in compliance with Company policies and applicable regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of experience managing grain-handling facilities or similar operations
• Available to work off-hours and weekends
• Professional demeanor, including safety consciousness, quality of work, cleanliness, and effective verbal communication
• Obtain OSHA 10 certification within the first six months of employment
• Obtain State Commercial Pesticide Applicator License within the first six months of employment
• Obtain USDA Grain Inspection License within the first six months of employment

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in agricultural mechanics, agricultural business, or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Commit to worker safety, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company policies and procedures
• Perform and oversee grain-handling operations, including loading, unloading, sampling, grading, transferring, blending, drying, storage, aeration, and fumigation
• Assist in supervising personnel and day-to-day operational activities
• Assist in managing the business to plan against pre-set objectives
• Weigh and measure materials and products; use scales and other instruments to verify specified tonnages
• Operate controls, levers, and valves to start pumps, auxiliary equipment, and conveyors; adjust equipment positions, speeds, timing, and material flows
• Record and track data (weights, types, quantities, storage locations), and document equipment performance issues and downtime
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain equipment, machinery, and workstations using hand tools, shovels, brooms, chemicals, hoses, and lubricants
• Monitor conveyor operations and instrumentation to maintain specified operating levels and detect equipment malfunctions
• Assist the Superintendent with preventive maintenance protocols and elevator operations
• Communicate tasks, directives, and policies clearly with senior management and supervised team members
• Communicate effectively in English for safety-critical tasks and documentation; reasonable accommodations are available

Benefits

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401(k) with match
• PPE provided by the company
• Boot reimbursement
• Cold weather clothing reimbursement
• A culture of safety
• Uniform Services Time Off (USTO)
• Uniform Services Differential Pay
• A culture that appreciates Team Members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED