Facility Manager

NPAworldwide; Buffalo (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a Facility Manager for their Ag production facility in North Western Indiana. The role involves overseeing operations, ensuring efficient plant coordination, and maintaining strong grower relationships.

The ideal candidate will possess solid agronomy knowledge and strong leadership abilities while managing a high-performing team. This well-established company emphasizes a nurturing culture and stable operations, aiming for continued success in the Ag industry.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with growers (strongly preferred).
• Solid agronomy knowledge.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Understanding of Ag production operations.
• Ability to manage both operations and people effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for two direct reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local growers.
• Ensure efficient coordination between plant and field operations.
• Support and develop team members.

Skills

Agronomy knowledge

Leadership skills

Relationship-building

Operational management

Job description

Job Description

Employer is seeking a Facility Manager for an Ag production facility located in North Western Indiana. This Manager will oversee all operations at the facility, ensuring efficient plant and field operations while maintaining strong relationships with growers. The role is responsible for leading a high-performing team, managing both plant and field operations through direct reports, and driving overall location success. This facility is a well-established, stable operation with low turnover and a strong team already in place. The ideal candidate will bring a balance of agronomy knowledge, operational leadership, and relationship-building skills.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for two direct reports:

• Plant Operations Manager
• Field Operations Manager
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local growers and customers
• Ensure efficient coordination between plant and field operations
• Support and develop team members while maintaining a positive, productive work environment
• Collaborate with Regional Management on operational goals and performance
• Maintain operational consistency in a process-driven environment

Qualifications

Required

• Experience working directly with growers (strongly preferred)
• Solid agronomy knowledge
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships
• Strong leadership and communication (soft) skills
• Understanding of Ag production operations (processing, treatment, or related)
• Ability to manage both operations and people effectively

Preferred

• Background in agronomy or ag-related operations
• Experience in both operations and sales/relationship management
• Military background or similar process-driven experience (a plus)
• Familiarity with managing teams in both field and facility environments
• Local/regional ties to the area (preferred but not required)

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

This position is for a well-established company that experiences very low turnover. Company culture is very important to them and they are process driven.

Keywords: Plant Operations, Leadership, Culture Building, Grower Relationship Management, Agronomic Expertise, Agronomy Sales

Salary

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $80,000

Salary Max: $100,000

Currency Type: USD