Agronomy Location Operations Lead

Jobless; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cooperative pension plan

401(k) with traditional and Roth

Health coverage

Paid time off

Uniform & boot allowances

360 Wellness Program

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Frontier Cooperative is seeking a capable Operations Manager to drive business and customer strategy across our agri-food network in the Nebraska region, while ensuring safe, efficient facility and equipment operations.

You will collaborate with regional leaders to set goals, manage inventories and personnel, and uphold quality standards across plants and services. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience; related field preferred.
• Knowledge of operational management, accounting, budgeting, project management, and quality management.
• Strong judgment, problem-solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Mentoring and coaching ability; able to engage/direct reports and peers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop market plans for new and existing customers with Regional Operations Manager and AG Advisors.
• Define objectives, implement plans, and evaluate outcomes using business, financial, service and operations data.
• Enforce customer service standards and resolve complaints; promote improved products and expanded services.
• Oversee vehicles, machinery, equipment, buildings, and grounds; ensure safety and OSHA/EPA compliance.
• Manage inventory and supervise Operations Specialists or Custom Applicators at the plant.
• Monitor for leaks or spills and manage cleanup and disposal; prepare chemical mixes when needed.
• Monitor for leaks/spills at ammonia stations and coordinate emergency actions as directed.
• Lead day-to-day plant operations and support safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Operational management

Business management

Accounting

Budgeting

Project management

Quality management

Communication

Mentoring

Math

Operate vehicles

Forklift certification

CDL Class A / HazMat

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent agr. experience

Job description

Frontier Cooperative is seeking a capable Operations Manager to drive business and customer strategy across our agri-food network in the Nebraska region, while ensuring safe, efficient facility and equipment operations.

You will collaborate with regional leaders to set goals, manage inventories and personnel, and uphold quality standards across plants and services. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.