Supervisor Grain Elevator- Humboldt TN

Tyson Foods•Humboldt, TN

About The Position

The Supervisor Grain Elevator is responsible for supervising all aspects of a grain elevator facility. The role directs facility operations and staff, oversees training, safety, housekeeping, regulatory and company-policy compliance, and promotes operational best practices. It manages grain inventories, grading processes, grain quality, operating expenses and budgets. The supervisor also staffs, trains, and develops facility team members; manages customer relations and service; and purchases grain and promotes Tyson LGS as required. The role has direct reports at the facility, including administrative and hourly team members. The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Travel includes 1–4 trips per year outside the local area and moderate local travel, including day trips several times per month. The position is listed as first shift in the United States.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent is preferred; an educational background in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Production Agriculture, Grain Sciences, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
One or more years of related experience is preferred.
Four or more years of industry or people-leadership experience is required in the absence of a degree.
Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Access.
Excellent verbal, written, and negotiation skills.
Ability to work with numbers, solve problems, prioritize, multitask, and apply analytical skills.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Resume must be attached to qualify.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of purchasing programs such as SAP Agris, Endur, or related software.
Knowledge of grain grading equipment, dryer controls, and electrical control systems.
Educational background in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Production Agriculture, Grain Sciences, Agricultural Engineering, or a related degree.

Responsibilities

Direct work functions and staff in facility operations.
Oversee training, safety, and facility housekeeping.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies, and drive best practices.
Manage grain inventories and grading processes, and monitor grain quality.
Manage and oversee operational expenses and budgets.
Staff, train, and develop team members at the facility.
Manage and develop customer relations and service related to the facility.
Purchase grain and promote Tyson LGS as required.
Lead direct reports, including administrative and hourly team members.
Use approved AI tools responsibly, safeguard sensitive information, follow company policies, validate outputs, and promote accountable, effective AI adoption and use within the team.