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Grain Operations Manager Jobs in Spokane, WA (NOW HIRING)

Grind/Deburr

Spokane, WA · On-site

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

It is also responsible to grain parts per customers finishing requirements. This requires the ... to next operation. • Follow ISO related quality policies, procedures, and documentation ...

Grinder

Spokane, WA · On-site

$19.50 - $20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Move job to next operation. Physical Demands This position requires repetitive motion along with ... Knowledge Understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes, Awareness of quality management ...

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How much do grain operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for grain operations manager in Spokane, WA is $61,476.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,900.00 and $78,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a grain operations manager do?

A grain operations manager oversees daily operations at a grain elevator or other grain storage facility. As a grain operations manager, you manage workers, direct them in the loading and unloading of grains from trucks or rail cars, monitor grain mixing, and ensure the quality of the grain and storage. Your responsibilities include performing maintenance on the equipment at the facility, including the pneumatic conveyors or bucket elevators that lift grain into silos or bins, and handling all customer orders and shipments.

What does a grain operations manager do?

A Grain Operations Manager oversees the daily operations of grain handling facilities, such as elevators or storage terminals. They are responsible for managing staff, ensuring the safe and efficient movement and storage of grain, maintaining equipment, and complying with safety and quality standards. The role also involves coordinating logistics, managing inventory, and working closely with farmers, suppliers, and transportation companies to optimize grain flow. Effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential in this position.

What are some common challenges faced by grain operations managers and how can they be effectively managed?

Grain Operations Managers often encounter challenges such as fluctuating weather conditions, equipment malfunctions, and coordinating logistics during peak harvest times. Effective management involves proactive maintenance of equipment, close monitoring of inventory and quality standards, and strong communication with both staff and external partners. Building a flexible team and staying updated on safety protocols are also key to successfully navigating these operational hurdles.

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$19.50 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description

Grind/Deburr

Job Description

This position at Sytech will be responsible for the manual removal of machining burrs from turret punched sheets using industry standard deburr and grind techniques. It is also responsible to grain parts per customers finishing requirements. This requires the individual to hand sand, grind, file, deburr, buff and smooth surface metal parts using hand tools or powered equipment requiring care to maintain contour, edges and dimensions. We are seeking a highly self-motivated individual who is willing to be a valued member of our team. This is a unique position, and we require this individual to be flexible and willing to always keep the internal customers in mind; while maintaining Quality of Workmanship, Safety, Accountability, and Teamwork, which is vital to our mission.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Log into job via data collection system before starting job.

Load, unload, and adjust workpieces onto equipment or worktables, using hand tools.

Remove parts from sheet and deburr as needed using hand files and pneumatic deburring tools

Grain finish parts using Timesaver machine

Grind/Sand material using orbital grinder/sander

Cleaning and washing parts

Performed first run check and have it signed off by Lead or QC.

Inspects completed and in-process pieces to verify conformance of finish to the customer and company standards

Continue to self-inspect part thought-out run to ensure quality.

After completing job record part counts and log out of job via data collect system.

Move job to next operation.

Follow ISO related quality policies, procedures, and documentation requirements

Follow departmental safety requirements including proper use of PPE as required Comprehends and practices department, job and machine safety: lifting techniques, hand tool safety.

Understand and follow SOP and Department Rules

Proper use of basic hand tools, power tools, Timesaver machine, grinding wheel, belt sander.

Performs various metal surface preparation such as: Breakout, deburr, denub, grain, polish, minor grinding, etc.

Able to identify non-conformance

Understand Job Traveler, routing, and split orders

Count and stage finished workpieces

Able to electronically scrap and add comments to job

Perform other duties as needed

Physical Demands

Must be able to maintain a quick and steady pace working efficiently throughout the shift. Typical work shift is from 8 to 10 hours.

Good manual dexterity is required for operating equipment and moving workpieces.

Rotation of head/neck, bending and twisting at the waist, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, use of high and low impact vibratory tools, flexion/extension, contact with metals, lubricants, solvents, exposure to noise, and the use of personal safety gear for face, eyes, hand/arm and ears.

Requires repetitive motion along with lifting and pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Adaptable to a changing work environment.

Frequently lift to/from floor-up to 50 lbs.

Environmental Exposure

Contact with metals, lubricants, solvents, and exposure to noise

Confined spaces, high noise levels, moving objects such as forklifts and carts.

Fast paced work environment/need for completing jobs on time.

Exposure to washing and cleaning of parts.

Exposure to hot temperature when working near ovens or in areas of the building that cannot be temperature controlled (especially during summer months).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

An aptitude for mechanics, eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are key for this.

Experience working in a machine shop, or shop classes preferred

Good with hand tools

Ability to learn and interpret prints and process instructions and work safely

Must have good English skills (verbal and written), excellent attention to detail

Basic math skills and able to keep accurate count of parts processed.

Organized with excellent communication skills.

Effective decision maker with a can-do attitude.

Self-managed; Team Player

Culture/Expectations:

All employees are expected to understand and maintain the core values of Sytech. The Core Values of Sytech are VITAL to the mission and to the future growth and the quality of the products that we manufacture.

Staff are always expected to act in a safe manner and ensure that those around them do not put themselves or others at risk. Safety is everyone's responsibility. At ALL times working safely is a condition of employment.

All employees are expected to interact with other members of the organization in a professional and respectful manner with the goal of producing on-time and quality work being the highest priority. Friendly interpersonal relationships are encouraged, but performance and quality, focus and productivity are required.

All employees must maintain a professional attitude and approach to issues within the company, their own department, and other departments with which they interact.

This job description is not meant to be all inclusive of duties. Others can and will be assigned.


Wage

$19.50 - $21.50/hr  non-exempt


Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision with premium sharing

Life and AD&D Insurance $50,000, voluntary benefits available

401-K with 4% match

1 week of PTO after 1 year

Sick leave per WA state policy

6 Days of Paid Holiday Leave

Requirements

Physical Demands

Must be able to maintain a quick and steady pace working efficiently throughout the shift. Typical work shift is from 8 to 10 hours.

Good manual dexterity is required for operating equipment and moving workpieces.

Rotation of head/neck, bending and twisting at the waist, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, use of high and low impact vibratory tools, flexion/extension, contact with metals, lubricants, solvents, exposure to noise, and the use of personal safety gear for face, eyes, hand/arm and ears.

Requires repetitive motion along with lifting and pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Adaptable to a changing work environment.

Frequently lift to/from floor-up to 50 lbs.

Environmental Exposure

Contact with metals, lubricants, solvents, and exposure to noise

Confined spaces, high noise levels, moving objects such as forklifts and carts.

Fast paced work environment/need for completing jobs on time.

Exposure to washing and cleaning of parts.

Exposure to hot temperature when working near ovens or in areas of the building that cannot be temperature controlled (especially during summer months).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

An aptitude for mechanics, eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are key for this.

Experience working in a machine shop, or shop classes preferred

Good with hand tools

Ability to learn and interpret prints and process instructions and work safely

Must have good English skills (verbal and written), excellent attention to detail

Basic math skills and able to keep accurate count of parts processed.

Organized with excellent communication skills.

Effective decision maker with a can-do attitude.

Self-managed; Team Player