Agronomy Operations Manager

FARMERS CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY • Sioux Center, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Agronomy Operations Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating day-to-day agronomy operations with a primary focus on chemical and fertilizer application, cover crop, inventory management, equipment readiness, employee training, safety, and regulatory compliance. This position provides hands-on leadership to ensure application operations are completed safely, efficiently, accurately, and on schedule. The ideal candidate is an experienced agronomy professional with strong operational and leadership skills who can manage people, equipment, products, and logistics during both peak application seasons and the off-season.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in agronomy, agricultural application, or related operations.
• Experience with chemical, fertilizer, and/or anhydrous ammonia application.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of agricultural product handling and application safety.
• Ability to train employees and manage multiple operational priorities.
• Commercial pesticide applicator license or applicable certification preferred.
• Class A CDL or the ability to acquire.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and varying schedules during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily chemical, fertilizer application operations.
• Schedule application crews, equipment, products, and field activities.
• Ensure accurate, efficient, and timely applications in accordance with product labels and regulations.
• Oversees training & equipment maintenance position to ensure that equipment is kept in good working order and required training is done in a timely manner.
• Manage chemical, fertilizer, and seed inventory, including receiving, storage, usage, and recordkeeping.
• Train, supervise, and develop application personnel, including required safety and regulatory training.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Oversee maintenance, calibration, and readiness of application equipment and related facilities.
• Assist with staffing, budgeting, cost control, and seasonal operational planning.
• Work closely with agronomy staff, customers, and other departments to meet application needs.

Benefits

• 401k Company matches 50% up to 10%
• PTO accrual after 30 days of employment, 13 days accrual the first year
• Paid Holidays
• Company bonus incentive
• Excellent health insurance plans
• Dental & Vision available
• Short & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
• Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Clothing Allowance
• 10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed