Agronomy Location Manager

gpac; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Bonuses

Job summary

gpac is seeking an Agronomy Operations Manager in Kokomo, Indiana, to oversee crop production application operations, coordinate fertilizer and chemical scheduling, and ensure safety compliance. The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and innovation in farming practices, including drone technology.

The position offers a base salary with bonuses and comprehensive benefits as part of a robust compensation package.

Qualifications

• Experience in the agriculture industry or crop production preferred.
• Ability to lead and coordinate field operations.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and coordinate application operations for crop production.
• Help manage scheduling of fertilizer, irrigation, and chemical applications.
• Communicate farm activities, challenges, and management decisions.
• Support adoption of new practices, including drone technology.
• Ensure safety procedures for personnel and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Physical stamina

Job description

A large farming operation is looking to hire an Agronomy Operations Manager. This position offers a robust compensation package including a base salary, bonuses, healthcare and many other bells and whistles! If you are looking to advance your leadership in ag, this is for you!!

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and coordinate the application operations necessary for crop production
• Help manage the scheduling of fertilizer applications, irrigation, and chemical applications
• Consistently communicate about farm activities, challenges, and management decisions
• Support innovation of farm practices, including implementing drone technology
• Ensure proper safety procedures for personnel and equipment are being followed at all times
• Be ready and willing to operate any and all equipment necessary for farming operations

Qualifications

• Experience in the agriculture industry - knowledge of crop production preferred
• Part 107 remote license preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Good leadership, decision-making, and communication skills
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and with a team
• Able to lift 50 pounds

If you would like to learn more about Ag opportunities, contact Danielle Sands with gpac at 605-988-6338 or email [e-mail].

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.