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Five questions with Dave Rankin

and maintenance. My role involves supportive framework that enables
coordinating workflows, addressing staff to achieve their full potential. This
operational challenges, and encouraging emphasis on internal advancement
an environment to maximize productivity. enhances job satisfaction and also
Under my guidance, the team operates builds a loyal and motivated workforce,
with a shared commitment to excellence, as employees are given the tools and
reflecting my ability to blend leadership encouragement they need to thrive and
with hands-on expertise in grain progress.
operations. What do you like to do in your spare
What work accomplishment are you time?
most proud of? Traveling. I immerse myself in rich
What is your role with Viterra and how As the manager of the newly constructed experiences, blending the excitement
long have you been part of the team? elevator at Ste. Agathe Grain, I was of exploration with my passion for
With a career spanning several decades involved in the facility's launch in 2016, sports. From attending local games to
in the grain industry, I am currently the recruiting and training an entirely new participating in recreational leagues, I find
Facility Operations Manager at Winkler, team to ensure a seamless opening. With joy in both playing and watching a diverse
MB. Following in my dad's footsteps, I a clear vision, I guided my team through array of sports.
began my journey with Manitoba Pool in the initial phases and cultivated their
1986. I have navigated through various skills over the next six years. The team's A fun fact is that I’ve set a goal to watch
roles within the sector. I started at Viterra efforts paid off, as the facility successfully an NHL game in every city across North
Ste. Agathe in 2016 before moving to handling over 320,000 tonnes of grain America. So far, I’ve visited 22 different
my current role in Winkler in 2022. My in our third year. This achievement is cities, immersing myself in the unique
extensive background reflects a deep particularly notable given the highly atmosphere of each arena, enjoying the
commitment to the grain industry, competitive nature of the area. diverse fan experiences that each offers.
demonstrating longevity as well as
adapting to change and growth. What do you like best about working at In memory
Viterra?
What are some of your responsibilities? We are deeply saddened to share that
The company stands out as a beacon
As the Facility Operations Manager, of opportunity and growth, with an our friend and colleague, Paul Nosenko,
I oversee the daily management of environment where employees are passed away on August 18. Paul was
the grain facility. Leading a team of 11 encouraged to advance within the a superintendent for the Stevedoring
employees, I ensure that every aspect organization. With a commitment to Operations in Vancouver, BC and had
of the facility runs smoothly, from grain career development, it provides a strong, been with Viterra for over 10 years.
handling and storage to quality control Paul was an exceptional human
Viterra’s new EFAP being – an unwaveringly loyal friend, a
devoted husband and a loving father.
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