Grain Operations Supervisor

Grain Operations Supervisor This position provides leadership at our Galena Park, TX export facility, which is currently undergoing major upgrades as part of The Andersons long-term lease and capacity expansion at Port Houston to expand export capacity, enhance reliability, and improve ship-loading and storage capabilities. The Grain Operations Supervisor provides critical leadership by guiding control room operations and coordinating contractor teams to support these enhancements in a high-volume export environment. Key Responsibilities Supervise daily operations in the control room, rotating across two operational desks that support ship loading, rail receiving, and truck receiving Manage vessel and rail activity, which account for the majority of facility volume Oversee 40 to 50 plant personnel, primarily contractors, ensuring safe and efficient work practices Conduct inspections, housekeeping reviews, and monthly operational checks to maintain a clean, compliant, and high-functioning facility Maintain and document operational activities through timely equipment upkeep and proper housekeeping Lead facility safety programs including training, committee meetings, and incident investigations with a focus on root-cause analysis Manage grain flow to optimize drying, aeration, blending, binning, and quality performance while providing daily inventory updates to leadership Track grain shrink, gains, and losses resulting from aeration, drying, and mechanical movement Support annual goal planning and assist in building both operating and capital budgets while monitoring performance throughout the year Balance office and field responsibilities, maintaining readiness for variability in schedules due to vessel and rail arrivals What is Expected of You and Others at This Level Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of a business or technical support or production team Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan, receives guidance and oversight from a manager Typically, does not spend more than 20% of time performing the work supervised Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level Manages Conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively and with a minimum of noise Communicates Effectively - Develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward Directs Work - Providing direction, delegating and removing obstacles to get work done Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently Demonstrates Self-Awareness - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree preferred 3-5 years' large-scale grain and/or feed ingredient experience required Experience working at a vessel or port location strongly preferred Prior leadership experience required Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software Ability to make sound decisions in high-stress, fast-paced operating conditions Self-motivated with strong work ethic and team-oriented mindset Physical Requirements and Working Environment Facility currently operating 24/7, running 12 hour shifts Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer Must be able to stand for an extended period of time Ability to frequently lift/push/pull up to 75 pounds Must be able to climb/stoop/kneel at heights up to 180 feet Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures Working conditions could include dust, fumes, moderate noise and uneven surfaces

Created: 2026-03-04