Operations Manager
Job Description:
Oversee all aspects of the Avalon agronomy facility including, but not limited to, managing the day-to-day activities of the dry and liquid load-out facilities (both inbound and outbound movement), oversee anhydrous ammonia movement in and out of the facility, and supervising full and part time employees at this facility.
Benefits:
- The DeLong Co., Inc. offers affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx and Life insurance coverage.
- 401k with matching, FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
- Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life and Voluntary Long Term Disability
LOCATION: Avalon, WI
HOURS: Full-Time day shift, 40 hours a week with extended hours in the Spring and Fall
Essential Job Functions:
- Manage the day-to-day activities of the location.
- Efficient dispatch of anhydrous ammonia and tender trucks as needed.
- Lead and direct location specific projects throughout the year to ensure completeness.
- Manage all aspects of maintenance and safety at the facility and ensure that employees are following correct safety protocols, training and Standard Operating Procedures and provide support for the employees to complete all safety and maintenance tasks that are assigned to them on a daily/monthly basis.
- Understand and abide by the rules and regulations of DATCP and DNR concerning the environment.
- Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction/service by ensuring timely delivery of quality agricultural services/products, providing expert advice on crop management practices, and consistently adapting to the evolving needs of farmers.
- Help to identify wants/needs requests as they come up and communicate to management.
- Demonstrate a commitment to serve farmers and others involved in the agriculture industry by fulling their needs or requests in a timely manner.
- Stay up to date with new agricultural trends and technology to enhance the facilities' capabilities.
- Train customers on proper operating procedures of the 24-hour loading system.
- Continually explore ideas and upgrades, that will improve the efficiency of the Avalon location.
- All other duties assigned by manager.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Commercial Pesticide Applicators License
- 3+ years of experience in agricultural field
- 3+ years of previous supervisory experience
- 1+ year of inventory management
- Strong knowledge of chemical and fertilizer products
- Willingness to utilize Agvance and the liquid automated blending system to increase overall efficiency.
- Strong knowledge of equipment and willingness to learn new functionalities.
- Bachelor's degree in Agronomy preferred
- High School or equivalent
- Valid Class A or B CDL
- Experience in Agriculture Management, or a related field required
- Strong attention to detail, ability to follow instructions and safety protocols.
- Prioritize a customer-centric work ethic.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team setting.
- Willingness to work long hours, ability to lift 50lbs, climb ladders, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
EOE STATEMENT
The DeLong Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The DeLong Co., Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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