Operations Manager; Dalhart, TX

Position Overview

Operations Manager (Dalhart, TX)
Location: Rio Hondo

As of July 2, 2025, Bunge and Viterra combined to become one company. With approximately 37,000 employees driving our success, we are dedicated to connecting farmers to consumers and delivering essential food, feed, and fuel to the world. We are one team, we lead the way, and we do what’s right. In this newly integrated environment, the Operations Manager provides operational leadership for the facility, ensuring efficient and profitable commercial execution through effective inventory control, cost management, maintenance scheduling, talent development, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and assure effective inventory control within company requirements.
• Engage and maintain operations at or below the cost control plan.
• Assist the location manager in the development and execution of facility improvements.
• Maximize mix & blend opportunities by utilizing in-house stocks and market-available grain through effective space allocation.
• Schedule and lead all preventative maintenance functions while maintaining a safe and reliable facility in compliance with OSHA grain handling standards.
• Lead talent development for operational staff to manage costs and ensure uninterrupted facility operations.
• Ensure all operational staff are properly trained and understand all safety and operating procedures.
• Interpret generic program language, extract critical data, and apply it to site-specific applications.
• Implement energy conservation programs to enhance sustainability while reducing energy cost and/or consumption.
• Ensure asset security to minimize risks of theft, property damage, vandalism, and trespassing.
• Lead on-site workers, including contractors, temps, and service providers.
• Provide leadership and ensure compliance with all required safety, regulatory, environmental, and company programs, including Federal, State, and Local regulations regarding Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Protection, and Operational Permit requirements.
• Communicate effectively with regional leadership regarding all facility and operational matters.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a grain elevator or terminal in a leadership capacity.
• Experience in leading an effective safety program.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong mechanical and maintenance aptitude with the ability to operate, service, and troubleshoot machinery.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work and interact well with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor or Technical Degree in Agriculture, Business, Engineering, and/or Safety (preferred).