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Grain Superintendent

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$78K - $150K/yr

As a Grain Control Room Superintendent, you will lead daily production activities, oversee control room and stevedore teams, and coordinate rail, barge, blending, drying, and vessel operations to ...

Grain Superintendent

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$78K - $150K/yr

As a Grain Control Room Superintendent, you will lead daily production activities, oversee control room and stevedore teams, and coordinate rail, barge, blending, drying, and vessel operations to ...

Grain Superintendent

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$78K - $150K/yr

As a Grain Control Room Superintendent, you will lead daily production activities, oversee control room and stevedore teams, and coordinate rail, barge, blending, drying, and vessel operations to ...

Grain Superintendent

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$78K - $150K/yr

As a Grain Control Room Superintendent, you will lead daily production activities, oversee control room and stevedore teams, and coordinate rail, barge, blending, drying, and vessel operations to ...

Coordinates movement of grain, grain quality, truck and rail unloading and bin logistics. * Assign mixing and blending of grain from multiple bins each day by communicating to the team through ...

Large and long standing grain operation is looking for an expereinced grain operations employee ready for the next step or current grain manager or to manage a top production facility. Pay will be ...

Coordinates movement of grain, grain quality, truck and rail unloading and bin logistics. * Assign mixing and blending of grain from multiple bins each day by communicating to the team through ...

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How much do grain superintendent jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for grain superintendent in the United States is $68,781.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $76,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a grain superintendent?

As a Grain Superintendent, you are responsible for overseeing all aspects of grain receiving, storage, conditioning, and shipping at your facility. Your day often includes monitoring inventory levels, supervising staff operations, conducting quality checks, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. You also coordinate with logistics teams, manage equipment maintenance, and address any operational issues that arise. This hands-on role requires effective multitasking and leadership to keep the facility running smoothly and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a grain superintendent?

To thrive as a Grain Superintendent, you need a strong understanding of grain handling operations, inventory management, and quality assurance, typically backed by experience in agriculture or grain facility management. Familiarity with grain management software, safety protocols, and certifications such as OSHA training or grain grading is often required. Excellent leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are crucial for supervising teams and coordinating with vendors or transporters. These capabilities are essential to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant grain storage and shipment operations.

What is a grain superintendent?

A Grain Superintendent oversees the daily operations of a grain facility, ensuring the safe and efficient handling, storage, and shipment of grain. They manage staff, monitor equipment maintenance, enforce safety regulations, and coordinate logistics to optimize workflow. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of grain quality standards and facility operations.

What does a grain superintendent do?

A grain superintendent oversees the daily operations of grain storage facilities, including managing grain quality, coordinating with farmers and transportation teams, and ensuring safety and compliance standards are met. They often use equipment like grain dryers and conveyors and may require certifications in safety or grain handling. The role typically involves supervising staff and maintaining efficient, safe operations in a grain elevator or storage facility.
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Infographic showing various Grain Superintendent job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,781 per year, or $33.1 per hour.

Grain Superintendent

Perdue Farms

Chesapeake, VA • On-site

$78K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Perdue Farms rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 99 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

307th of 434 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Drive safe, efficient grain operations that support the success of our soybean crush facility. As a Grain Control Room Superintendent, you will lead daily production activities, oversee control room and stevedore teams, and coordinate rail, barge, blending, drying, and vessel operations to keep product moving smoothly. You will optimize inventory, storage capacity, and dispatch performance while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for a hands-on, results driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at logistics, team development, and continuous improvement.

This role is a rotating shift position

The salary range for this position is $78,000 - $150,000 per year, based on experience (variable depending on experience). In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.  

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the daily production plan, including inbound/outbound organization, rail/barge unloading, binning, blending, drying, and vessel coordination.
  • Supervise and collaborate with Control Room Operators and Stevedores to maximize grain and by-product handling.
  • Effectively manage grain movement through Chesapeake to maximize facility efficiency, revenue generation and meet internal/external customer needs.
  • Support and verify that Shift Superintendents, Control Room Operators, and Stevedores follow production plans and operate efficiently.
  • Effectively monitor and manage the quality and inventory of products through implementation of the facility Inventory Control Program.
  • Provide leadership for the safety program to ensure safe working conditions for all associates.
  • Ensure compliance with GIPSA/USDA grain handling and warehousing regulations.

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree (Agriculture, Business, or Logistics), or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Knowledge of grain handling/storage facility operations and technologies.
  • Knowledge of USDA Grain Standards for Domestic and Export operations.
  • Knowledge of rail, truck, barge and vessel logistics.
  • Employee relations experience.
  • Required to travel to remote Agribusiness facilities and customer locations.

Preferred Education and Experience

  • 5-10 years of related experience.

 

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

  • Able to move freely throughout the Agribusiness facilities to include climbing vertical heights (0 - 150').
  • Carry tools and equipment (0-50 pounds).
  • Exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available).
  • Must be able to wear protective equipment to include self-contained breathing apparatus.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.


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