Assistant Operations Manager

The 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.

Main Accountabilities:

Assist and assure effective inventory control within company requirements
Help ensure the Operations Manager is maintaining at or below the operational cost control plan
Assist Operations Manager in development and execution of facility improvements
Aid in maximizing mix & blend opportunities by utilizing in house stocks and grain available in the marketplace using effective space allocation
Assist in scheduling preventative maintenance functions while maintaining a safe and reliable facility in compliance with OSHA grain handling standards
Help complete talent development for operational staff to manage cost and guarantee uninterrupted facility operations
Assist in ensuring implementation of energy conservation program and enhance sustainability while reducing cost and/or consumption of energy.
Aid in maintaining the security of the asset to minimize or eliminate exposure to theft property damage vandalism and trespassing.
Lead workers onsite including contractors temps and service providers
Help 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
Other duties as assigned
Provide excellent customer service and assist customers as needed
Recommend process improvements as necessary

Techincal:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
Frequently required to stand walk use hands kneel and bend.
Exposure to moderate to loud noise within the work environment.
Exposure to heavy concentrations of grain dust.
Ability to frequently move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
Ability to frequently wear personal protective equipment correctly including respirators fall protection safety glasses hard hat etc.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to comfortably work at heights of approximately 200 ft.
Ability to work in outdoor work environment including various climates weather conditions and inclement weather approximately 80% of the time.
Ability to perform all job responsibilities with necessary special demands for up to 8 hours per day.

Education & Experience:

Ability to work and interact well with others
High School Diploma or GED
Prior experience working in an elevator and/or terminal
Farming background a plus

At Bunge (NYSE: BG) our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider our team of 37000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where theyre grown to where theyre neededin faster smarter and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination storage distribution oilseed processing and refining offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils fats and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200 years of experience and presence in over 50 countries we are committed to strengthening global food security advancing sustainability and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis Missouri. Learn more at .

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