Operations Manager Trainee, Grain

Operations Manager Trainee, Grain

This is a full-time, permanent role based in Manitoba, Saskatchewan or Alberta and is best suited for candidates with grain handling and elevator operators experience who have demonstrated progressive responsibility. 

Parrish & Heimbecker

Join our team that shares your Passion & Heart for Canadian agriculture! Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) has an opportunity for a motivated, forward-thinking, and dedicated individual as Operations Manager Trainee.

P&H Grain

The P&H Grain Division is a comprehensive grain and crop input network, operating across approximately 45 locations in the prairie provinces, Ontario and Quebec. Our strategically positioned facilities, including grain elevators, rail sidings, inland terminals, and specialized export terminals, ensure that we effectively match producer grain with the needs of both domestic and export end users. As a full-service agri-retailer, we provide farming communities with a full range of quality crop input products and agronomic solutions, encompassing crop protection products, certified seeds, nutrients, and custom applications.

Benefits

Parrish & Heimbecker Ltd has a people-first approach therefore, we offer many perks to our hard-working staff! Some of our benefits include:  

• Learning and Development Programs
• Dental, Vision, and Extended Health Care
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Matching
• Wellness Program
• Company Events

Your Role

As an Operations Manager Trainee, the successful candidate will gain the knowledge and understanding of the various responsibilities required to successfully step into the role of an Operations Manager. Your role focuses on developing leadership, operational understanding, and communication skills through a blended training approach, including personal mentorship, on-the-job training, e-learning modules, virtual sessions and webinars.

What You’ll Learn

The successful candidate will gain experience and exposure in areas such as:

• Inventory management
• Shipping, receiving and logistics
• Facility maintenance and equipment
• Quality control and audits
• Grain procurement and customer service
• Risk management and compliance
• Health and food safety
• Leadership development

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience participating in the operation of a grain elevator, with demonstrated progression in responsibilities
• Working knowledge of the grain industry including grading, elevator equipment and processes, and effective product storage
• Practical experience in mechanical repair and maintenance
• Proven ability to work in a team environment, with demonstrated leadership abilities
• Proficient computer skills with an aptitude for learning and adapting to new software
• Ability to travel as needed
• Willingness and ability to relocate if an opportunity arises

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

P&H is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that is reflective of Canadian society. As a result, Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is in compliance with the Employment Equity Act. P&H welcomes and encourages applications from women, aboriginal people, people with disabilities and members of visible minorities. Accommodations in relation to the job selection process are available upon request for both internal and external candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.