Assistant Location Manger - Grain & Agronomy

Aurora Cooperative Elevator Company; Harvard (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Cooperative Elevator Company is seeking an Assistant Location Manager for its agronomy and grain location in Nebraska. You will support daily operations, oversee staff, and coordinate logistics for seed, fertilizer, crop protection products, and grain movement.

The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and efficiency, with responsibilities across inventory, scheduling, and maintenance of equipment. A collaborative, hands-on leader is ideal for peak seasons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in agronomy & grain operations or related field.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to obtain DOT medical card if required.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons.
• Experience leading teams or supervising employees.
• CDL (Class A or B) and/or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily location operations, including product receiving, blending, loading, application scheduling, and deliveries.
• Support excellent customer service by working with growers and internal teams to ensure accurate orders and timely fulfillment.
• Help coordinate applicator schedules, tender operations, trucking loads and assist dispatching to meet seasonal demands.
• Assist in supervising location employees (seasonal and full-time), including training and coaching.
• Promote a positive team culture focused on safety, quality, and customer service.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or higher in agriculture, agronomy, business, or related field

Job description

Position SummaryThe Assistant Location Manager – Agronomy & Grain Location supports the day-to-day operations of an agronomy and grain facility, helping ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused service delivery. This role assists supervising staff, coordinating logistics for seed, fertilizer, crop protection products, harvest season and general grain movement, supporting inventory management with grain commodities and agronomy products while helping drive customer satisfaction.Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & Customer ServiceAssist in managing daily location operations, including product receiving, blending, loading, application scheduling, and deliveries.Support excellent customer service by working with growers and internal teams to ensure accurate orders and timely fulfillment.Help coordinate applicator schedules, tender operations, trucking loads and assist dispatching to meet seasonal demands.Leadership & Team SupportAssist in supervising location employees (seasonal and full-time), including training, coaching, and performance feedback.Promote a positive team culture focused on safety, quality, and customer service.Promote and help serve and lead with Location ManagerStep in for the Location Manager as needed.Inventory, Facilities & EquipmentAssist with inventory control of grain commodities, seed, fertilizer, chemical, and related supplies (receiving, storage, cycle counts, reconciliation).Help maintain facility appearance and functionality, including housekeeping and organization.Support maintenance and readiness of equipment such as sprayers, tenders, pumps, conveyors, application equipment, grain elevators, and grain storage flats.Safety, Compliance & QualityEnsure safe work practices are followed and reinforce company safety policies and procedures.Support compliance with all applicable regulations related to fertilizer and crop protection handling, storage, and application (e.g., labeling, SDS, EPA/State requirements).Assist with documentation, reporting, and incident follow-up as required.QualificationsRequiredHigh school diploma or GED.2+ years of experience in agronomy & grain operations, ag retail, fertilizer/chemical handling, or related field.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities during peak seasons.Valid driver’s license; ability to obtain/maintain appropriate DOT medical card if required.Ability to work extended hours during seasonal peaks.PreferredAssociate’s degree or higher in agriculture, agronomy, business, or related field.Applicator license and/or ability to obtain pesticide/fertilizer handling certifications (state-specific).Experience leading teams or supervising employees.CDL (Class A or B) and/or willingness to obtain.Physical & Work Environment RequirementsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in outdoor conditions (heat, cold, wind, dust).Comfort working around moving machinery, grain/agronomy facilities, and agricultural chemicals with proper PPE.Ability to climb ladders/stairs and work at heights as needed.Assist other departments as neededOther duties as assigned