Operations Foreman

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Job Description:

About The Andersons, Inc.
The Andersons, Inc., is a diversified company rooted in agriculture that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com.

This position is responsible for assigning, monitoring, adjusting, and controlling daily activities associated with grain operations and finish product loading.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide work direction to a small team to ensure production needs are met

• Train, guide, monitor, and assess subordinate performance.  Assist in selection, motivation, development and management of performance and expectations

• Monitor and analyze production data and take appropriate action to ensure consistent and optimal efficiency in production and inventory processes

• Provide input and recommendations to maintenance, logistics and other plant departments that will ensure consistent and optimal production efficiency

• Perform all activities in all areas of grain operations and loading finished product

• Manage time and attendance for assigned team

• Lead work area organization and continuous improvement initiatives

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Has developed expertise, typically through a combination of job-related training and considerable on the job experience

• Coordinates and supervises the daily work of others

• Works autonomously within established procedures and practices, receives guidance and oversight from manager

• Has developed a specialized level of skill to perform assigned tasks

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 & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

• 5+ years’ relevant experience required

• HAZMAT training/certification

• Demonstrated intermediate level computer skills

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Work is performed in an ethanol production facility that operates 24x7

• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights and weekends during high-demand periods

• Must be able to stand/sit 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

Benefits

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off including Accrued Vacation, Floating Holidays, Sick Time, and more
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance coverage

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons’ Statement of Principles. 

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. The Andersons, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. The Andersons, Inc. is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Note: The Andersons, Inc. conducts drug, alcohol and/or medical testing of applicants and employees based on type of position. A copy of our testing policy is available by contacting the HR Department at [email protected].

We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.

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