Grain Originator - Topflight Grain Cooperative - Lincoln, IL

GROWMARK, Inc. • Lincoln, IL

20h • $55,000 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Topflight Grain is seeking motivated, relationship-focused individuals to join our team as a Grain Originator / Branch Manager. This role combines customer service, grain merchandising support, grain accounting, and daily facility operations to help serve our producers and local communities. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building long-term relationships with farmers, working in agriculture, and being part of a fast-paced team environment. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting customer grain marketing needs while ensuring efficient and accurate grain handling and settlement operations.

Requirements

• Agriculture-related education or experience preferred
• Knowledge of the grain industry and grain handling practices preferred
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Basic computer proficiency required, including Microsoft Office
• Experience with grain accounting or scale systems such as Agris or OneWeigh preferred
• Valid Class D driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy working directly with producers and customers
• Take pride in accuracy and attention to detail
• Communicate professionally and respectfully
• Thrive in a team-oriented agricultural environment
• Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and strong work ethic

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective customers
• Provide excellent customer service and timely communication to patrons
• Maintain current grain market knowledge and communicate market information to customers
• Assist customers with grain contracts and available marketing options
• Purchase grain from patrons and maintain accurate contract documentation
• Prepare grain settlements and customer payments
• Operate grain scales and grain accounting systems
• Accurately process inbound and outbound grain tickets
• Test grain for moisture, test weight, foreign material, and damage
• Coordinate grain logistics and trucking activities with operations personnel
• Communicate daily with Elevator Superintendents and Operations Management regarding grain movement plans
• Monitor delayed price contracts and contract signature status
• Assist in resolving customer concerns professionally and promptly
• Supervise and assist seasonal harvest employees
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment for employees, customers, and vendors

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees
• Retirement
• Health and wellness
• Paid time off
• Supplemental or incidental coverage
• Bonuses
• Incentives
• Commissions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed