Ag Operations Specialist: Cattle, Crops & Manure

Iowa Ag; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life and AD&D insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Wellness program

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT seeks an Operations Specialist for a diversified agricultural operation in the Midwest. The role involves cattle care, row crop production, equipment operation, and seasonal manure application with hands-on involvement across the farm.

You will work in a multi-area operation, learn quickly, and adapt to changing daily duties while maintaining schedules and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous knowledge and experience within agriculture.
• College degree in an agriculture-related field preferred but not required.
• Strong work ethic and self-starter mentality.
• Ability to problem-solve and prioritize daily responsibilities.
• Willingness to work in multiple areas of a diversified agricultural operation.
• Valid driver's license.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Basic computer skills, including common office, email, spreadsheet, and recordkeeping programs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• CATTLE: Assist with daily cattle care, health monitoring, vaccinations, feed logistics, and record keeping.
• ROW CROP: Support crop production from inputs to harvest, operate equipment, and document maintenance.
• MANURE APPLICATION: Safely operate and coordinate manure application and equipment.
• GENERAL: Support special projects, collaborate across teams, and adapt to changing needs.

Skills

Agriculture knowledge

Strong work ethic

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Agriculture-related degree preferred

Tools

CDL preferred

Job description

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT seeks an Operations Specialist for a diversified agricultural operation in the Midwest. The role involves cattle care, row crop production, equipment operation, and seasonal manure application with hands-on involvement across the farm.

You will work in a multi-area operation, learn quickly, and adapt to changing daily duties while maintaining schedules and safety standards.