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Director of Feed & Grain Operations in Saint Louis

Date Posted: 15 July 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Director of Operations to join a growing Feed & Grain organization in Ohio. This is a newly created leadership position designed to strengthen and develop our operations team while driving operational excellence across the business.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on leader with a strong background in the feed milling or grain elevator industry and a proven track record of leading high-performing teams. This role will oversee key operational functions, provide leadership to five direct reports, and play a critical role in supporting the company's continued growth.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • 7+ years of progressive leadership experience within the feed milling or grain elevator industry (multi-site preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of operations management, maintenance, logistics, and procurement
  • Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent industry experience

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary + bonus ($120,000-$160,000)
  • Comprehensive health and benefits package
  • Retirement plan
  • Relocation assistance

 

If you are qualified and serious, please submit a resume or contact Chad Smith at 605-978-5433 or chad.smith@gogpac.com for more information on this position. I place professionals in these types of roles nationally, so if this isn't a perfect fit for you, please reach out to see what else I'm recruiting on!

 

Keywords: Feed, Manufacturing, Plant, Manager, Facility, Operations, Food, Livestock, Swine, Cattle, Beef, Dairy, Ag, Agriculture, Production, Food Processing, Mill, flour, Grain 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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