Plant Manager - Stephenson Service Company - Stockton, IL

GROWMARK, Inc.•Stockton Township, IL

36d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Crop Sales Manager/General Manager, this role supervises the operations at the assigned location. This includes scheduling, logistics, product handling, rolling stock, plant operations of satellite locations, and on-site customer sales. The position assists in the development and implementation of objectives, goals, and operational policies to maximize location profits and effectiveness for the company.

Requirements

Requires a college degree in Ag or Business preferred and some supervisory experience is preferred.
Previous applicator or related experience and training to demonstrate the ability to work with people can be a replacement of the above with willingness to learn.
Demonstrate functional math skills and reading and writing legibility so others can read what has been written.
Proven ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Understanding of basic computer skills as they relate to Ag business.
Must possess or be able to acquire a CDL License with all required endorsements, e.g., airbrakes, and hazardous materials.
Must obtain a current State of Illinois, Custom Applicator’s Spraying License.

Responsibilities

Display a positive attitude and good personal appearance with the customers.
Responsible for all monthly inventories, including Fertilizers, Chemicals, Seeds, Fuels, Oils, L.P. Parts and equipment.
Supervises leads and develops both full-time and part-time assigned employees required to operate the location.
Assists in the hiring of new full-time and part-time employees needed at the plant for operations.
Serves as the primary contact person for all operational needs for all departments at the location for people management.
Serves as the primary contact at the location for operational needs for customers.
Helps train employees to meet state, federal, and company regulatory and safety needs.
Responsible for product ordering, inventory control, and shipping and receiving of seed, fertilizer, chemicals, and facility supplies.
Responsible for efficient plant operations of blending, loading, handling, mixing, and delivery of agricultural products, including chemicals, liquid and dry fertilizers, anhydrous ammonia, and seed products.
Responsible for the maintenance, records, and appearance of all company equipment used at the location.
Helps in the planning of maintenance, changes, and improvements of the company equipment used at the location.
Responsible for counter sales and phone sales of agronomy and energy products and forwarding orders to the right sales personnel and customer inquiries to the right departments.
Assists sales personnel in increasing sales through the operational role of meeting the needs of the grower.
Communicates with all salespeople in an orderly way to answer any concerns about operations issues involving customer service issues at plant locations.
Responsible for the timely follow-up with salespeople of problems that arise from customer complaints about services received.
Stays current on agronomy and energy-related products and services offered by the company.
Directly supervises 3 to 10 employees in the crops department.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Ability to work hours other than those considered normal to meet the seasonal demands of the job.
Attends all required meetings and training programs.
Adheres to company health and safety policies.
Performs other duties as assigned.