{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8552cbb2c3367044ac02b87f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8552cbb2c3367044ac02b87f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8552cbb2c3367044ac02b87f","title":"Assistant Grain Elevator Operations Manager","description":"Job Summary:\nThe Assistant Operations Manager is responsible for providing various support functions for operational activities. This role will assist in the development and maintenance of the facility as directed by the Operations and Commercial Managers. This person must work and communicate effectively with the Operations Manager to help assure the facility is in a constant state of preparedness to meet schedules and take advantage of opportunities that arise. This includes assisting with inventory control, operational cost control and logistics, mix & blend including grain conditioning and space allocation, preventative maintenance, talent management including production planning, energy conservation, and asset security.\nEssential Job Functions:\nAssist and assure effective inventory control within company requirements\nHelp ensure the superintendent is maintaining at or below the operational cost control plan\nAssist Operations Manager in development and execution of facility improvements\nAid in maximizing mix & blend opportunities by utilizing in house stocks and grain available in the marketplace using effective space allocation\nAssist in scheduling preventative maintenance functions while maintaining a safe and reliable facility in compliance with OSHA grain handling standards\nHelp complete talent development for operational staff to manage cost and guarantee uninterrupted facility operations\nAssist in ensuring implementation of energy conservation program and enhance sustainability while reducing cost and/or consumption of energy.\nAid in maintaining the security of the asset to minimize or eliminate exposure to theft, property damage, vandalism, and trespassing.\nLead workers onsite, including contractors, temps, and service providers\nHelp ensure compliance with all required safety, regulatory, environmental, and company programs, including Federal, State, and Local regulations regarding Occupation Health and Safety, Environmental Protection, and Operational Permit requirements\nOther Job Functions:\nOther duties as assigned\nProvide excellent customer service and assist customers as needed\nRecommend process improvements as necessary\nQualifications/Education/Experience/Skills:\nAbility to work and interact well with others\nHigh School Diploma or GED\nPrior experience working in an elevator and/or terminal\nFarming background a plus\nSpecial Demands:\nHeavy-duty, operational, mechanical, and technical hands-on responsibilities\nFrequently required to stand, walk, use hands, kneel, and bend\nFrequently required to lift or move more than 50 pounds\nFrequently exposed to moving mechanical parts\nNoise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud\nOutdoor work environment, including heights and inclement weather, approximately 80% of the time\nWeekend availability will be required on a rotating basis\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nFlexible spending account\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nParental leave\nRelocation assistance\nRetirement plan\nTuition reimbursement\nVision insurance\nApplication Question(s):\nHave you ever managed or helped lead operations in a grain elevator/facility before?\nAbility to Commute:\nAmarillo, TX 79174 (Required)\nAbility to Relocate:\nAmarillo, TX 79174: Relocate before starting work (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Viterra","rawCompany":"viterra","city":"Amarillo","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T15:06:42.405Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.00","title":"Industrial Production Managers","slug":"industrial-production-managers"},{"code":"11-1021.00","title":"General and Operations Managers","slug":"general-and-operations-managers"},{"code":"11-3071.00","title":"Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers","slug":"transportation-storage-and-distribution-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"311211","title":"Flour Milling","slug":"flour-milling"},{"code":"238290","title":"Other Building Equipment Contractors","slug":"other-building-equipment-contractors"},{"code":"111199","title":"All Other Grain Farming","slug":"all-other-grain-farming"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Assistant Grain Elevator Operations Manager","description":"Job Summary:\nThe Assistant Operations Manager is responsible for providing various support functions for operational activities. This role will assist in the development and maintenance of the facility as directed by the Operations and Commercial Managers. This person must work and communicate effectively with the Operations Manager to help assure the facility is in a constant state of preparedness to meet schedules and take advantage of opportunities that arise. This includes assisting with inventory control, operational cost control and logistics, mix & blend including grain conditioning and space allocation, preventative maintenance, talent management including production planning, energy conservation, and asset security.\nEssential Job Functions:\nAssist and assure effective inventory control within company requirements\nHelp ensure the superintendent is maintaining at or below the operational cost control plan\nAssist Operations Manager in development and execution of facility improvements\nAid in maximizing mix & blend opportunities by utilizing in house stocks and grain available in the marketplace using effective space allocation\nAssist in scheduling preventative maintenance functions while maintaining a safe and reliable facility in compliance with OSHA grain handling standards\nHelp complete talent development for operational staff to manage cost and guarantee uninterrupted facility operations\nAssist in ensuring implementation of energy conservation program and enhance sustainability while reducing cost and/or consumption of energy.\nAid in maintaining the security of the asset to minimize or eliminate exposure to theft, property damage, vandalism, and trespassing.\nLead workers onsite, including contractors, temps, and service providers\nHelp ensure compliance with all required safety, regulatory, environmental, and company programs, including Federal, State, and Local regulations regarding Occupation Health and Safety, Environmental Protection, and Operational Permit requirements\nOther Job Functions:\nOther duties as assigned\nProvide excellent customer service and assist customers as needed\nRecommend process improvements as necessary\nQualifications/Education/Experience/Skills:\nAbility to work and interact well with others\nHigh School Diploma or GED\nPrior experience working in an elevator and/or terminal\nFarming background a plus\nSpecial Demands:\nHeavy-duty, operational, mechanical, and technical hands-on responsibilities\nFrequently required to stand, walk, use hands, kneel, and bend\nFrequently required to lift or move more than 50 pounds\nFrequently exposed to moving mechanical parts\nNoise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud\nOutdoor work environment, including heights and inclement weather, approximately 80% of the time\nWeekend availability will be required on a rotating basis\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nFlexible spending account\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nParental leave\nRelocation assistance\nRetirement plan\nTuition reimbursement\nVision insurance\nApplication Question(s):\nHave you ever managed or helped lead operations in a grain elevator/facility before?\nAbility to Commute:\nAmarillo, TX 79174 (Required)\nAbility to Relocate:\nAmarillo, TX 79174: Relocate before starting work (Required)\nWork Location: In person","datePosted":"2026-07-16T15:06:42.405Z","dateModified":"2026-07-16T15:06:42.405Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Viterra","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Amarillo","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"8552cbb2c3367044ac02b87f"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8552cbb2c3367044ac02b87f"}}