Agriculture Manager

senecafood•Clyman, WI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for managing the operation of the agriculture department at a Seneca location to ensure the procurement and delivery of raw product to the manufacturing plant according to production requirements and consistent with corporate goals and policies. Deliver raw product at the lowest cost, with the best quality and service.

Requirements

Good written and oral communication skills
Management, motivational, and decision-making skills
Knowledgeable in equipment, maintenance, department operation, energy conservation, company policies and regulatory policies
Knowledge of compliance with all state and federal environmental regulations
BS in Agriculture or related field
6 to 8 years’ experience in an agricultural setting with supervisory and budgeting experience

Responsibilities

Develop, promote, and maintain good company relations with growers, industrial and professional groups, and communities throughout the growing area to ensure the company's best interests are realized.
Coordinate scheduling of direct materials to obtain production requirements to ensure efficient and timely operations
Manage planting, harvesting, and delivery of raw product to facility
Establish a plan and implement a system to manage grower contracts to achieve business and crop goals.
Plan, develop, and establish a pest control program and ensure its successful implementation.
Prepare and submit budgets to meet corporate goals.
Other duties as required or assigned by Management.
Anticipate setbacks and establish contingency plans to ensure delivery of raw product.
Provide dependable leadership for continuous improvement in cost, quality, service, people, and environment.