Forage Operations Manager

ILS Farms is seeking an experienced dependable Forage Operations Manager to oversee all aspects of forage production; land preparation/management harvesting inventory management equipment and employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage production of alfalfa teff grass millet and other forage crops
• Coordinate planting pesticide application fertilizer application irrigation and harvest schedules with the Agronomy Manager
• Oversee swathing raking baling hauling stacking and storage
• Properly utilize all technologies provided to maximize performance and productivity
• Maintain accurate hay inventory and production records
• Assist with hay sampling and forage-quality testing

• Operate and oversee tractors swathers rakes balers loaders and related equipment
• Perform daily inspections routine maintenance adjustments and basic repairs
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and coordinate major repairs with local dealerships when needed

• Supervise farm employees and seasonal hay crews
• Assign daily work train employees and enforce safe operating practices
• Communicate regularly with the Director of Farm Operations and Agronomy Manager regarding crops harvest equipment labor and production issues

Qualifications

Required:

• 5 years of commercial farming or hay-production experience
• Farm management or crew supervision experience
• Experience growing and harvesting alfalfa grass hay or similar crops
• Ability to operate tractors balers rakes loaders and related equipment
• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work flexible and extended hours during harvest
• Valid drivers license
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced hay producer who takes ownership of their work and understands that high-quality hay depends on timing attention to detail equipment condition and good decision-making.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Dependable accountable and honest
• Mechanically capable and detail-oriented
• Experienced in managing people
• Focused on hay quality efficiency and profitability
• Careful with equipment and farm resources
• Willing to work extended hours when weather and crop conditions require it

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Qualified candidates must be able to pass post-offer employment testing.

Apply Today:
Submit your resume to apply online at or apply in person at 551A SW 30 Rd. Great Bend KS.

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