Agronomy Location Manager
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Job Summary
Agronomy Location Manager
Location: Pekin IL
Competitive Salary Full Benefits ($90k-$110k)
Full-Time Year-Round Employment
About the Role
We are hiring a full-time Location Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at one of our retail agronomy locations. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for facility performance team management operational planning and customer service. The Location Manager will work closely with applicators drivers and office staff to ensure efficient scheduling quality control and a safe organized environment.
This role is ideal for someone with leadership experience in ag retail or plant operations who is motivated to lead a team and improve processes.
What Youll Do
Daily Operations
Open and close the facility
Plan and assign daily work for applicators drivers and other staff
Oversee plant cleanliness inventory levels and product handling
Coordinate with other location managers to share equipment and labor resources
Identify and schedule equipment repairs and maintenance
Ensure sprayers tenders and other equipment are calibrated and functioning properly
Use agronomy software (e.g. Agvance) to track scheduling products and reporting
Support mixing and loading of liquid and dry fertilizer as needed
Team & Personnel Management
Supervise full-time and seasonal staff
Review time-off requests and manage scheduling to meet operational needs
Assist with hiring of CDL drivers and applicators
Set clear expectations and coach team members
Promote a safe respectful and team-oriented workplace
Address issues proactively and maintain open communication with staff and HR
Training & Safety
Lead pre-season training for spring and fall
Collaborate with the home office on employee certifications and safety testing
Promote compliance with all company and regulatory safety standards
Reinforce daily awareness of PPE and safety protocols
What Were Looking For
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience in operations or team leadership (agriculture preferred)
Ability to manage people prioritize tasks and make independent decisions
Strong organizational and communication skills
Willingness to lead from the front and work alongside the team
Preferred:
Experience in ag retail or fertilizer/chemical facility operations
Familiarity with ag software systems (e.g. Agvance)
Working knowledge of sprayer and tender operations
Mechanical aptitude for equipment oversight
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Health dental and vision insurance
Life insurance and flexible spending account
401(k) profit sharing plan with employer match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Company-provided vehicle phone and laptop
Apply Today
If youre a hands-on leader looking to make an impact in agricultural operations we encourage you to apply today.
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Math
- Employment & Labor Law
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Restaurant Management
