Location Supervisor - Carson City, MI

Simplot•Carson City, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Location Supervisor oversees and coordinates daily operations at the Carson City, Michigan location, including field activities, warehouse functions, inventory management, product delivery, equipment maintenance, and application operations. The role provides direct leadership and support to frontline employees, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards. The supervisor partners closely with the Location Manager to optimize resources, support customer needs, and drive operational excellence across the facility. The position supports agricultural operations by coordinating work plans, staffing, logistics, inventory processes, equipment maintenance, and fertilizer and crop protection application services. It also maintains operational records, communicates updates and performance information to management, contributes to facility and process improvements, and helps coordinate resources during seasonal demand. The role requires hands-on leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced agricultural environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 3 years of experience in agricultural operations, warehouse operations, logistics, inventory management, agronomy, or a related industry.
Experience with inventory control, dispatching, product ordering, invoicing, and delivery coordination.
Experience with equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and mechanical systems.
Proficiency with computer systems and operational software.
Demonstrated ability to organize work, manage competing priorities, and support operational teams in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver’s license required.
Leadership capabilities and ability to coach, mentor, and develop employees.
Strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate with employees, customers, vendors, and business partners.
Ability to lead through influence, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive results in field and facility environments.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Working knowledge of safety regulations, environmental compliance, inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation logistics, and agricultural business processes.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand equipment functionality, diagnose operational issues, coordinate repairs, and support preventive maintenance.
Customer-focused approach and commitment to service and customer success.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, exercise sound judgment, and maintain accountability for operational performance.
Hands-on leadership style and ability to balance operational oversight, employee development, and day-to-day responsibilities.
Ability to adapt to changing business conditions, seasonal workloads, and shifting priorities while maintaining focus on safety, efficiency, and customer service.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred; additional technical training, agricultural education, or equivalent experience is beneficial.
Previous lead, supervisory, or team coordination experience preferred.
Strong understanding of agricultural operations, crop production, agronomic practices, fertilizer products, and application services preferred.
AgVance experience preferred.
CDL preferred.
Previous experience in agriculture is strongly preferred, including exposure to agronomy, crop production, fertilizer operations, crop protection products, seed, or agricultural retail environments.
Familiarity with farming operations, local agricultural practices, crop production cycles, fertilizer and chemical products, and seasonal business demands is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support daily operations, including equipment and facility maintenance, warehouse activities, inventory management, product receiving and distribution, field operations, and application services.
Coordinate and execute daily work plans, schedules, and field activities to complete operational objectives safely, accurately, and on time.
Lead, coach, train, and develop team members; support onboarding and maintain staffing levels appropriate to business demands and seasonal workloads.
Provide guidance to field and operational employees, resolve day-to-day issues, and support employee performance and development.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and operational procedures.
Monitor, inspect, and maintain operational and application equipment, tools, vehicles, and facility assets; coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime.
Oversee inventory processes, including receiving, storage, cycle counts, monthly reconciliation, product tracking, parts ordering, and reporting discrepancies.
Coordinate logistics, including truck dispatch, delivery and pickup schedules, product movement, and customer service.
Support fertilizer and crop protection application operations, including product calculations, application planning, equipment calibration, mixing procedures, and adherence to industry best practices.
Ensure products are received, stored, blended, and distributed efficiently while maintaining inventory accuracy and operational effectiveness.
Maintain accurate and timely records for inventory, equipment maintenance, employee documentation, scheduling, compliance, and operational activities.
Assist with planning equipment purchases, facility improvements, capital projects, and operational initiatives to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity.
Communicate daily operational updates, staffing needs, equipment concerns, resource requirements, and performance metrics to management.
Partner with leadership to identify and implement process improvements that enhance productivity, customer service, operational efficiency, and business performance.
Coordinate internal employees, temporary labor, and third-party resources to support seasonal operations and peak-period customer demand.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with employees, customers, vendors, and business partners.
Use computer systems and operational software for inventory management, reporting, scheduling, dispatching, and daily business operations.
Work independently, manage multiple priorities, demonstrate accountability and sound decision-making, and perform other duties and projects as assigned.