Agronomy Operations Supervisor - Central Ontario FS - Alliston, ON

GROWMARK; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural solutions company located in Canada is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee staff and coordinate branch operations. Ideal candidates should have leadership skills, the ability to manage agricultural operations, and experience with customer service. This role offers a robust benefits package, including paid time off and bonuses, as well as opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

RRSP matching program

Paid Time Off

Annual bonuses

In-house training and leadership development

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license (preferably class DZ).
• A current Ag Exterminator License or Nutrient Technician License is an asset.
• Must be willing to work extended hours during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Supervising operational staff, including scheduling and coaching.
• Coordinating operations at the location, including shipping and receiving.
• Performing operational tasks such as loading and unloading equipment.

Skills

Leadership and team building skills

Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills

Ability to work with office computer programs

Supervisory experience

Agriculture experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

If you enjoy a non-stop day and are interested in agriculture, then we can’t wait to talk to you! We are looking for an Operations Supervisor who can balance the supervision of staff with coordinating operations at a branch, as well as be ready to jump on a forklift or bobcat when needed.

• Supervising operational staff, including scheduling and regular coaching.
• Coordinating operations at the location, including shipping and receiving products and services, delivering and manufacturing crop protection and nutrition products.
• Ensuring the safe operation and maintenance and/or security of equipment and machinery.
• Maintaining the overall appearance of the inside and outside of the premises in a professional and organized manner to promote and enhance the image of the Company.
• Performing operational tasks along with staff, such as loading and unloading, operating plant equipment, mixing and delivering crop inputs/fertilizer.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Normally requires a high school diploma.
• Leadership and team building skills.
• Ability to work with office computer programs, such as inventory systems, electronic mail, internet/intranet.
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills to handle customer inquiries, operational issues, and supervise staff.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (preferably class DZ), a driving abstract that represents a history of safe operation, as well as the ability to maintain insurability.
• A current Ag Exterminator License, and/or Nutrient Technician License is a definite asset.
• Supervisory experience is an asset.
• Agriculture experience is an asset.
• Must be willing to work extended hours, during peak seasons.
• Indoor/Outdoor working conditions with some lifting and climbing requirements.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

• We value relationships and people first and foremost.

• We are a company that gives back to the community.
• We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources.
• We provide access to in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
• We ensure that employee health and wellness matters to us!
• We offer a robust benefits package including a generous RRSP matching programand Paid Time Off (full -time positions only).
• Annual bonuses.

WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT US

• Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, INC. serves local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic products & solutions, including precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals.

• Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having more than 25 years of service.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.