Assistant Superintendent

This position directs and coordinates the daily grain handling operations of an export grain facility. Responsibilities include: managing the facility to prepare for upcoming operations, barge and truck operations labor schedules, monitoring the vessel and barge operation timeliness, managing the facility stocks, oversight of Control Room personnel, incoming barge logistics for unload schedule, and assisting the Superintendent with the overall operations of the facility, including safety and maintenance. Primary Responsibilities/Essential FunctionsDetermines work priorities; schedules barge and truck unloads/loads to ensure the most beneficial use of labor and facility equipment. Works with commercial traders and Superintendent on a daily basis to set priorities and communicate facility requirements.Acts as liaison/coordinator between General Superintendent, SHE Manager, Maintenance Superintendent, Logistics, and Control Room so that smooth, efficient, and productive communications are created and maintained. Communicates and delegates tasks and directives from the General Superintendent to the Facility Staff.Trains and assists Shift Supervisors in all aspects of facility operations including but not limited to: bin and tank storage in relation to grain quality and overall flow of production relating to Control Room and hourly operators.Monitors grain condition and communicates with the superintendent/traders if certain stocks need to be moved.Monitors vessel loading progress to minimize downtime and ensures that Control Room Supervisors are aware and knowledgeable of best ship loading practices.Additional ResponsibilitiesFills in for Shift Supervisors as needed.Acts as Elevator Superintendent when superintendent is absent.Assists in the compliance of safety, corporate, and environmental programs.Assists in the development and maintenance of operations projects budgets for the facility.