Puris Grains Jobs in Usa

Stable and successful Central Illinois grain company is seeking a hands-on Grain Operations Manager to lead the operations at a key truck and rail elevator location and assist in Regional Management.

Responsibilities will include housekeeping, preventative maintenance, grain drying, conditioning and quality, and restaging grain for shipments along with supervising a team of operations staff. There will be a well-seasoned Regional Manager present to assist with the initial learning curve and ongoing mentoring.

The ideal candidate will pay attention to detail, have hands-on grain operations experience, and enjoy being active around the elevator. You will be able to identify, troubleshoot, and investigate problems that arise and deal with them appropriately, such as blending damaged grain, and have the maturity, patience, and desire to work hard to consistently learn, grow, and better yourself over time to prepare for taking on additional roles and responsibilities.

To fit well on this team, you must not be afraid to bring new ideas and thoughts for improvement to the table, but also be willing to accept tried and true measures. You must be willing to solve problems, care enough to do what needs to be done when it needs to be done, understand what you do impacts the safety and well-being of your teammates you work with every day and have that inner desire to build them up, not let them down.

If you are looking for a company that offers stability, good benefits and excellent time off policies, keeps safety in the forefront, wants their team members to be involved, and has modern elevators with plans for ongoing updates, this is a career step you will want to pursue.

This opportunity will allow you to locate in a highly productive farming area near a university community with multiple quality communities nearby where you can choose to live.

If you are a passionate grain operations professional, whether early to mid-career or desiring to run a great facility for the last decade of your career, contact Brad Jansen

COMPANY OVERVIEW

International Grains and Cereal (IGC), part of the Empresas Polar group, specializes in producing yellow, white, and sweet corn flour. Our internationally recognized brand, P.A.N. Corn Meal, can be found today in over 60 countries. We buy domestic corn from local farmers, mill the corn in our plant, and ship the finished products domestically and internationally. Our quality and food safety policies ensure the satisfaction of our customers and consumers through innovation and continuous improvement processes.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the entire production process, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our frozen and refrigerated production facility. This role requires strong leadership abilities, excellent organizational skills, and a deep understanding of food production systems and regulations with a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the production team when assistance is needed. The supervisor will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive productivity, optimize resources, and maintain strict adherence to quality control measures. Manage all aspects of the frozen production, scope development, cost estimates and schedule. Follow and implement all safety protocol and processes. Schedules and prioritizes jobs, managing inventories to meet customer demands. Maintains excellent communication with all departments.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Able to work 12 hour rotating day/night shifts.

• Extensive knowledge of frozen food manufacturing.

• Strong knowledge of food production processes, quality control systems, and relevant regulations (e.g., HACCP)

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Experience managing a work group in a manufacturing setting.

• Ability to make timely decisions under pressure, sometimes with little information

• Ability to drive business and impact operational performance

• Broad practice in conflict resolution

• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practice

Responsibilities:

1. Directs food operations product manufacturing as well as following/implementing all safety protocol processes.

2. Develops and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure production performance. Analyze data, identify trends, and take corrective actions as necessary to ensure targets are met.

3. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including quality assurance, maintenance, logistics, and warehouse to ensure seamless coordination and alignment of production activities.

4. Resolves all food production and quality problems that occur.

5. Flexible work schedule to assist the production team.

6. Supervises food operators for shift operations

7. Lead and supervise a team of production staff, providing coaching, guidance, and training as needed. Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

8. Maximizes food production and quality, and delivery of product delivery logistics.

9. Continuously assess production processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize workflows.

10. Promotes good environmental stewardship and maintains frozen food environmental equipment per guidelines.

11. Keeps management informed of food operations, maintenance, safety, and employee concerns/issues.

12. Anticipates and determines causes of delays in shift operations and takes appropriate action to meet production schedules.

13. Monitors food inventories.

14. Complies and enforces the rules and procedures relating to industrial safety Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Master Sanitation Plan and safety.

15. Supervises training of employees in operations, safety, quality standards, GMP’s and HACCP procedures.

16. Completes daily duties in a manner that maintains compliance and seeks out opportunities for improvement within IGCs Safety and Quality program.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Food Science, Food Industry Management, or related field. (Preferred);

Associate’s degree (Required).

• Minimum two (2) years in supervisory positions employees and food manufacturing

processes or in positions of similar nature and complexity. Experience in operation of automated

frozen food machinery. (Required).

• Subject to varying seasonal temperature changes within the plant and exposure to

environmental dust.

• Must wear protective head, hands, face, ears and or other body gear as required.

• May work on computers or other operational equipment usually works on projects with

maintenance department.

Certifications:

• Supply Chain Management (Preferred)

• HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points)

• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)

Benefits:

International Grains and Cereal offers a generous benefits package that covers your needs today and helps you plan for tomorrow. Here is a quick overview of what may be available to you:

• Healthcare Plans: IGC provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family. IGC pays over 70% of the premiums to keep these plans affordable for you.
• Insurance and Income Protection: A full range of Life and Disability insurance plans are available for additional peace of mind, and some are 100% covered by IGC.
• Financial and Savings Plans: IGC offers you an opportunity to prepare for the future through participation in our 401k Plan and Company Match.
• Work-Life Balance Perks: To ensure work-life balance, IGC offers paid vacation days, sick time, and holidays.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

In order to provide equal employment to all qualified individuals, employment decisions at IGC will be based on careful consideration of qualifications, education, prior experience, and abilities. Diversity is a priority at IGC and there is no discrimination in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, sex (gender), disability, pregnancy, genetic condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This job is primarily responsible for working at a facility that loads and unloads barges and trucks. This is a general laborer position that performs a wide variety of duties that are based on the daily needs of the operation; may include cleaning and repair of barges.

In this job, you will:

Actual responsibilities will vary depending on daily needs and type of facility.

• Fully participate in the company Safety Program and attends daily pre-shift meetings.
• Perform all duties within compliance of OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations (ISO where applicable); including wearing appropriate PPE for task being performed.
• Perform deckhand responsibilities e.g., reading drafts, opening/closing lids, tying off barges, etc.
• Perform all barge loading duties e.g., loading barges to meet draft and quality requirements and oversees deckhand(s). Note: Generally the duty of the most highly qualified person(s).
• Perform duties to transfer, load and move grain to appropriate location, where applicable.
• Perform duties required to maintain grain quality while being stored and/or transferred.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately and legibly.
• Perform general clean-up including sweeping, shoveling, washing, painting and other general housekeeping responsibilities.
• Perform preventative maintenance and/or repairs, where applicable.
• Dependent on facility and location, may be responsible for any variety of the following; unloading barges, cleaning barges, movement of product to storage, loading of trucks using heavy equipment, loading of rail, loading of products to required specifications; operating, running, monitoring, and shutting down dryer; operating a variety of heavy equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Here's what you'll need to be considered:

Education:

Required - High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

Required None.

Preferred - 1 years' experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.
• Ability to complete documentation requirements.
• Ability to follow directions and use logical thought process to interpret oral and written instructions, and troubleshoot problems.
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned task.
• Ability to remain focused on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Here's additional information you need to know:

Physical Demands & Requirements:

Ability to lift/push/pull 45 lbs. occasionally.

Ability to climb, crouch, stoop, bend, and squat, frequently.

Ability to stand and walk constantly/continuously.

Ability to balance constantly/continuously.

Ability to kneel occasionally.

Ability to safely walk on barge surface(s) with the ability to work around deep water.

Ability to grasp and reach frequently.

Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over two-way radio.

Ability to understand and communicate written instructions.

Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.

Ability to climb stairs and climb ladders to significant heights.

Ability to perform work in confined spaces.

Ability to work in an environment with high dust levels.

Ability to meet requirements of PFT and fit testing, when applicable.

Ability to meet requirement of and utilize all applicable PPE, when applicable.

Ability to distinguish, with a degree of accuracy, differences or similarities in intensity or quality odors, or recognizing particular odors, using nose.

Ability to work extended hours, weekend, holidays and/or alternate shifts as needed.

Uses near, far and peripheral vision and depth perception for task(s) being performed; may need to be able to identify problems with grain.

Required to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including shifts during non-standard business hours that may include evening, nighttime, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours (Convent, LA location only).

Environmental Conditions:

The work environment described here are meant to be representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment.

Travel, 5%-20% may be required at some facilities. This may include off-site training and/or work at alternate locations.

The expected base pay range for this role is:

$17.50 - $20.00

Actual pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including work location, job-related knowledge, skills and relevant experience for the job. Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

Are you ready to make a meaningful career move & an impact at ZGC? Apply today!

Known in our industry for stability and high ethics, Zen-Noh Grain Corporation offers a stellar benefits package including: an outstanding 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, & disability benefits, flexible spending accounts, paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick), wellness programs, recognition programs, community involvement opportunities, and much more!

Zen-Noh Grain Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO is the Law links in English or Spanish.

Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates is seeking a team-oriented and enthusiastic Medical
Director to join our team in Purcellville,
Virginia!

Imagine leading a practice where
your team saves wildlife before breakfast, performs complex surgeries by
afternoon, and mentors the next generation of veterinarians before heading home
to world-class wineries and hiking trails. This isn't just another leadership
role—it's a chance to shape veterinary medicine in one of Virginia's most
vibrant communities.

The Package:

• 
  
• $150,000-$200,000 base salary (experience-based)
  
• Up to
  $100,000 sign-on bonus
  
• Substantial
  retention and relocation support
  
• True
  PTO that doesn't penalize your production bonuses
  
• Leadership
  bonuses on top of competitive base pay

About Blue Ridge Veterinary
Associates

For over three decades, we've been
the veterinary heartbeat of Loudoun County. Our 30,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art
facility isn't just impressive on paper—it's where ten veterinarians
collaborate daily on cases that range from routine wellness to complex internal
medicine.

What makes us different:

• 
  
• Wildlife
  heroes: We're one of the few practices
  accepting all Good Samaritan wildlife for triage
  
• Diversity
  of cases: Household pets, small farm
  animals, exotics, and reptiles keep every day interesting
  
• Community
  deep-rooted: Strong partnerships with local
  rescue organizations
  
• Innovation-focused: Continuous facility upgrades including MRI, digital
  radiography, on-site blood bank, and Class IV laser therapy
  

Your Role: More Than Management

As Medical Director, you won't be
buried in paperwork. You'll be a practicing veterinarian who happens to
lead—someone who mentors new grads in the morning, performs surgery in the
afternoon, and shapes the medical vision of the practice throughout.

You'll be responsible for:

• 
  
• Setting the
  medical and surgical direction for a collaborative 10-doctor team
  
• Mentoring
  associates and fostering a culture where learning thrives
  
• Ensuring
  gold-standard care while managing the practical side of inventory and
  protocols
  
• Partnering
  with our Hospital Manager on recruiting top talent
  
• Supporting
  your team's "passion projects" and continuing education goals
  

We're looking for someone who:

• 
  
• Leads by
  inspiration, not intimidation
  
• Balances
  clinical excellence with team development
  
• Genuinely
  enjoys client education and communication
  
• Wants to
  build something lasting in a community-focused practice
  

The Lifestyle Factor

Purcellville offers something rare:
sophisticated small-town living with big-city access.

• 
  
• 30
  minutes to Dulles International Airport
  
• 20
  minutes to Metro access into DC and
  Northern Virginia
  
• 60
  minutes to Washington, D.C.
  
• Surrounded
  by wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and Blue Ridge
  Mountain views
  

This is where you can afford a home
with land, enjoy farm-to-table restaurants in a renovated grain mill, and still
catch a show at the Kennedy Center when the mood strikes. Your kids will love
the roller rink and baseball fields; you'll love the work-life balance that
actually exists here.

Ready to Lead?

If you're tired of corporate
veterinary medicine that treats doctors like cogs, or you're ready to step up
from associate to leader in a practice that values integrity and innovation
equally, let's talk.  Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates is where your career ambitions and
quality of life finally align.

For more information, please visit our website at Blue
Ridge Veterinary Associates

Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates is seeking a team-oriented and enthusiastic Medical
Director to join our team in Purcellville,
Virginia!

Imagine leading a practice where
your team saves wildlife before breakfast, performs complex surgeries by
afternoon, and mentors the next generation of veterinarians before heading home
to world-class wineries and hiking trails. This isn't just another leadership
role—it's a chance to shape veterinary medicine in one of Virginia's most
vibrant communities.

The Package:

• 
  
• $150,000-$200,000 base salary (experience-based)
  
• Up to
  $100,000 sign-on bonus
  
• Substantial
  retention and relocation support
  
• True
  PTO that doesn't penalize your production bonuses
  
• Leadership
  bonuses on top of competitive base pay

About Blue Ridge Veterinary
Associates

For over three decades, we've been
the veterinary heartbeat of Loudoun County. Our 30,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art
facility isn't just impressive on paper—it's where ten veterinarians
collaborate daily on cases that range from routine wellness to complex internal
medicine.

What makes us different:

• 
  
• Wildlife
  heroes: We're one of the few practices
  accepting all Good Samaritan wildlife for triage
  
• Diversity
  of cases: Household pets, small farm
  animals, exotics, and reptiles keep every day interesting
  
• Community
  deep-rooted: Strong partnerships with local
  rescue organizations
  
• Innovation-focused: Continuous facility upgrades including MRI, digital
  radiography, on-site blood bank, and Class IV laser therapy
  

Your Role: More Than Management

As Medical Director, you won't be
buried in paperwork. You'll be a practicing veterinarian who happens to
lead—someone who mentors new grads in the morning, performs surgery in the
afternoon, and shapes the medical vision of the practice throughout.

You'll be responsible for:

• 
  
• Setting the
  medical and surgical direction for a collaborative 10-doctor team
  
• Mentoring
  associates and fostering a culture where learning thrives
  
• Ensuring
  gold-standard care while managing the practical side of inventory and
  protocols
  
• Partnering
  with our Hospital Manager on recruiting top talent
  
• Supporting
  your team's "passion projects" and continuing education goals
  

We're looking for someone who:

• 
  
• Leads by
  inspiration, not intimidation
  
• Balances
  clinical excellence with team development
  
• Genuinely
  enjoys client education and communication
  
• Wants to
  build something lasting in a community-focused practice
  

The Lifestyle Factor

Purcellville offers something rare:
sophisticated small-town living with big-city access.

• 
  
• 30
  minutes to Dulles International Airport
  
• 20
  minutes to Metro access into DC and
  Northern Virginia
  
• 60
  minutes to Washington, D.C.
  
• Surrounded
  by wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and Blue Ridge
  Mountain views
  

This is where you can afford a home
with land, enjoy farm-to-table restaurants in a renovated grain mill, and still
catch a show at the Kennedy Center when the mood strikes. Your kids will love
the roller rink and baseball fields; you'll love the work-life balance that
actually exists here.

Ready to Lead?

If you're tired of corporate
veterinary medicine that treats doctors like cogs, or you're ready to step up
from associate to leader in a practice that values integrity and innovation
equally, let's talk.  Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates is where your career ambitions and
quality of life finally align.

For more information, please visit our website at Blue
Ridge Veterinary Associates

Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates is seeking a team-oriented and enthusiastic Medical
Director to join our team in Purcellville,
Virginia!

Imagine leading a practice where
your team saves wildlife before breakfast, performs complex surgeries by
afternoon, and mentors the next generation of veterinarians before heading home
to world-class wineries and hiking trails. This isn't just another leadership
role—it's a chance to shape veterinary medicine in one of Virginia's most
vibrant communities.

The Package:

• 
  
• $150,000-$200,000 base salary (experience-based)
  
• Up to
  $100,000 sign-on bonus
  
• Substantial
  retention and relocation support
  
• True
  PTO that doesn't penalize your production bonuses
  
• Leadership
  bonuses on top of competitive base pay

About Blue Ridge Veterinary
Associates

For over three decades, we've been
the veterinary heartbeat of Loudoun County. Our 30,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art
facility isn't just impressive on paper—it's where ten veterinarians
collaborate daily on cases that range from routine wellness to complex internal
medicine.

What makes us different:

• 
  
• Wildlife
  heroes: We're one of the few practices
  accepting all Good Samaritan wildlife for triage
  
• Diversity
  of cases: Household pets, small farm
  animals, exotics, and reptiles keep every day interesting
  
• Community
  deep-rooted: Strong partnerships with local
  rescue organizations
  
• Innovation-focused: Continuous facility upgrades including MRI, digital
  radiography, on-site blood bank, and Class IV laser therapy
  

Your Role: More Than Management

As Medical Director, you won't be
buried in paperwork. You'll be a practicing veterinarian who happens to
lead—someone who mentors new grads in the morning, performs surgery in the
afternoon, and shapes the medical vision of the practice throughout.

You'll be responsible for:

• 
  
• Setting the
  medical and surgical direction for a collaborative 10-doctor team
  
• Mentoring
  associates and fostering a culture where learning thrives
  
• Ensuring
  gold-standard care while managing the practical side of inventory and
  protocols
  
• Partnering
  with our Hospital Manager on recruiting top talent
  
• Supporting
  your team's "passion projects" and continuing education goals
  

We're looking for someone who:

• 
  
• Leads by
  inspiration, not intimidation
  
• Balances
  clinical excellence with team development
  
• Genuinely
  enjoys client education and communication
  
• Wants to
  build something lasting in a community-focused practice
  

The Lifestyle Factor

Purcellville offers something rare:
sophisticated small-town living with big-city access.

• 
  
• 30
  minutes to Dulles International Airport
  
• 20
  minutes to Metro access into DC and
  Northern Virginia
  
• 60
  minutes to Washington, D.C.
  
• Surrounded
  by wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and Blue Ridge
  Mountain views
  

This is where you can afford a home
with land, enjoy farm-to-table restaurants in a renovated grain mill, and still
catch a show at the Kennedy Center when the mood strikes. Your kids will love
the roller rink and baseball fields; you'll love the work-life balance that
actually exists here.

Ready to Lead?

If you're tired of corporate
veterinary medicine that treats doctors like cogs, or you're ready to step up
from associate to leader in a practice that values integrity and innovation
equally, let's talk.  Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates is where your career ambitions and
quality of life finally align.

For more information, please visit our website at Blue
Ridge Veterinary Associates

Cooper Consolidated is a balanced, asset-based provider of midstream stevedoring, barge, marine, and logistics services. With operations based along the lower Mississippi River between Southwest Pass and Baton Rouge, we provide cargo handling and movements throughout the U.S. inland waterway system. Our expert team ensures your important cargo is safely transported from origin to destination while making the experience as easy and worry-free as possible.

At Cooper Consolidated, our goal is to be the leader in the cargo handling industry. The key to this rests squarely with our people, and the backbone of how our people operate is our unique culture. The CC Way - 28 principles of our high-performing culture - describes the values, behaviors, and practices that are the foundation of this culture. It's what makes us a leader in our industry.

Do you have Stevedoring industry experience? Do you enjoy managing and supervising personnel? If so, this could be the opportunity for you! Cooper Consolidated offers an exceptional benefits package and an amazing 401K match! This position is located at our Darrow, LA office which is an easy 35 minute drive from downtown Baton Rouge. This job is primarily responsible for the oversight of and directing staff performing tasks involved in stevedoring activities (e.g. unloading/loading of barges and sea going vessels), as well as, advising and directing operations. Responsibilities primarily focused on working with a team to ensure safe, efficient and profitable operations.

In this job, you will:

• Fully participate in the company Safety Program; attend and lead pre-shift meetings; lead, monitor, coach and guide staff on safety to ensure activities performed are in accordance with the company safety program.
• Perform all duties within compliance of OSHA, company safety and environmental regulations; to include wearing the appropriate PPE for task being performed.
• Oversee and direct staff performing tasks in all barge and vessel processes (e.g. remove barge covers, load and unload commodities, etc.) to ensure efficient operations while loading and discharging vessels, while remaining in compliance with state and federal regulations; involves making independent decisions on various processes and procedures during shift.
• Lead, coach, and guide staff on customer service and operating costs.
• Manage staff performing barge and vessel loading/unloading safety procedures; assist in analyzing workload of all areas and assign or reassign personnel as needed.
• Communicate with vessel officers and marine fleets to ensure efficiencies are met for loading/unloading production.
• Regularly update Terminal Manager of operations status to include delays/production/Safety infractions or other hazards.
• Assist with managing inventory for equipment and supplies; ensure all are at adequate levels at all times.
• Oversee housekeeping duties in crane, on deck and load/unload areas.
• Ensure that all documentation and reports are accurately completed and in a timely manner, including required Safety correspondence in Cooperwork, daily logs and payroll time sheets.
• Communicate with customers and third parties in a professional manner, as required.
• Work with managers and provide input (which management gives particular weight to) into staffing and job development activities (training, employee corrective actions, pay raises, etc.); to develop, communicate and manage individual staff performance expectations that align with company goals.
• Manage equipment and labor expenses.
• Other duties as assigned.

Here's what you'll need to be considered:

Education

Required High school diploma or equivalent experience and training.

Experience

Required - 5 years' experience in stevedoring/marine industry; experience with management and customer relations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of facility cost structures, mix and blend analysis, safety, efficiency, preventive maintenance, OSHA, EPA, interest, freight.
• Strong knowledge of vessel stevedoring operations; including vessel operations, and barge handling.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.
• Strong organizational, strategic planning, time management and multi-tasking skills, with ability to remain
• Flexible to changing priorities.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong planning skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and/or within a team environment.
• Ability to utilize common sense to provide direction to others and assist others when needed.

Here's additional information you need to know:

Physical Demands & Requirements

Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. frequently.

Ability to climb, crouch, stoop, bend, and squat, frequently.

Ability to stand and walk constantly/continuously.

Ability to balance constantly/continuously.

Ability to kneel occasionally.

Ability to safely walk on barge surface(s) with the ability to work around deep water.

Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over two-way radio.

Ability to climb ladders and perform work at significant heights.

Ability to perform work in confined spaces.

Ability to work in an environment with high dust levels around grain and other bulk products.

Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.

Ability to work extended hours, weekend, holidays and/or alternate shifts as needed.

Uses peripheral vision and depth perception for tasks being performed.

Environmental Conditions

The work environment described here are meant to be representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment.

Travel required for off-site training and/or working at alternate locations; can be up to 20% depending on facility location.

Are you ready to make a meaningful career move & an impact at Cooper Consolidated, LLC? Apply today!

Known in our industry for stability and high ethics, Cooper Consolidated, LLC offers a stellar benefits package including: an outstanding 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, & disability benefits, flexible spending accounts, paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick), wellness programs, recognition programs, community involvement opportunities, and much more!

Cooper Consolidated, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO is the Law links in English or Spanish. We are unable to legally hire anyone who is not eligible to work in the United States nor are we able to sponsor visas.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

All Third Party Agencies, Headhunters, and Recruiters

Cooper Consolidated, LLC and its Subsidiaries only forms contracts with recruiters with whom we have an established relationship and with whom we have in place a signed contract. All contact from third parties must go through our Human Resources Department. Any contact made outside of our Human Resources Department by a third party will cancel any future business relationships between the third party and Cooper Consolidated, LLC and its Subsidiaries.

*This is a 12-month hybrid role with the possibility of extension. Candidates must be able to work onsite 1–2 days per week in Adelphi, MD. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. We are not partnering with third-party agencies for this role.

The Senior Project Manager will play a key role in leading and delivering IT initiatives within the Agile Project Management Office (APMO), supporting the higher education sector. This role manages complex projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies to drive innovation and operational excellence across academic and administrative functions. This position will lead a workstream for the organization’s Enterprise Data & AI Platform implementation.

We are specifically seeking candidates with experience managing Enterprise Data Lakehouse and Business Intelligence implementations.

Key Responsibilities

Agile Project Leadership

• Lead end-to-end delivery of IT projects using Agile and Waterfall frameworks (Scrum, SAFe).
• Partner with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and success metrics.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and impediments.
• Define and track KPIs to measure project and team performance.
• Provide regular status updates and insights to senior leadership.

Team Collaboration

• Serve as a servant leader for cross-functional Agile teams.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, ownership, and transparency.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary liaison between the Agile PMO, business units, and stakeholders.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication on project progress, risks, and outcomes.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of project/program management experience, including large cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience supporting modernization, digital transformation, or student lifecycle/ed-tech projects.
• 2+ years of recent experience managing Enterprise Data Lakehouse and/or Business Intelligence implementations (Databricks and Tableau Cloud preferred).
• Strong experience with Agile and traditional project management methodologies.
• Proven vendor, budget, and risk management experience.
• Proficiency with Azure DevOps, MS Project, SharePoint, or similar tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred

• PMP or similar project management certification.

Desired Project Experience

• Enterprise Lakehouse Implementations: Databricks-powered Lakehouse implementations supporting scalable, trusted data products.
• Legacy Data Warehouse Cutover & Decommissioning: Parallel runs, reconciliation, and phased sunset strategies.
• ERP Data Ingestion & Modeling: Experience with PeopleSoft, Salesforce, Workday, and/or Oracle.
• External Data Delivery: Secure data delivery to external vendors and partners with SLAs.
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Koltiska Distillery Inc – Under new ownership as of 2026

Sheridan, Wyoming – Job Onsite

The Head Distiller / Director of Operations will be responsible for leading all distillation, production, and operational functions of the distillery. This includes recipe development, production planning, quality control, barrel management, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

This role will partner closely with ownership to build and scale Koltiska Distillery into a premier spirits business rooted in the heritage and landscape of Sheridan and the Bighorn Mountains.

The ideal candidate combines technical distillation expertise with strong operational leadership—someone who can craft exceptional spirits while also designing systems and processes that support growth in production, distribution, and hospitality.

·        Lead all distillation and production operations including mashing, fermentation, distillation, aging, and bottling

·        Develop and refine recipes for whiskey, bourbon, rye, and other craft spirits

·        Oversee quality control processes to ensure consistency and excellence in all products

·        Manage production scheduling and capacity planning

·        Design and implement standard operating procedures across the distillery

·        Monitor yields, fermentation performance, and production efficiency

·        Oversee barrel management including filling, storage, aging, and inventory tracking

·        Source and manage relationships with grain suppliers, cooperages, and other production vendors

·        Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations including reporting to the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau

·        Manage production records, batch tracking, and compliance documentation

·        Work closely with leadership on product development, brand strategy, and portfolio expansion

·        Support the tasting room and hospitality teams with product knowledge and training

·        Collaborate with marketing and sales teams on new releases and product storytelling

·        Assist in equipment planning, distillery layout optimization, and facility expansion

·        Build and lead the production team as the distillery grows

·        Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Fermentation Science, Engineering, or related field preferred but not required

·        5–10+ years of distilling, brewing, fermentation, or beverage production experience

·        Experience in craft distilling strongly preferred

·        Deep knowledge of fermentation science, distillation techniques, and spirit maturation

·        Strong understanding of TTB regulations and compliance requirements

·        Experience managing production operations and teams

·        Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with distillation equipment

·        Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills

·        Passion for craft spirits and innovation

·        Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial and fast-growing environment

·        Competitive salary and performance incentives

·        Relocation assistance

·        Creative freedom in product development

·        Collaborative, entrepreneurial work environment

·        Beautiful location with unmatched outdoor recreation in the Bighorn Mountains

·        Health benefits

If you are a passionate distiller and operational leader who enjoys building exceptional spirits, creating efficient production systems, and helping grow a distinctive brand, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of Koltiska Distillery Inc.