Facility Manager

NPAworldwide; Lewisburg (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a Facility Manager for an Ag production facility in Southern Kentucky. The role requires overseeing all operations while managing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will possess agronomy knowledge, operational leadership, and stellar relationship-building skills to maintain strong ties with local growers.

This is a great opportunity to join a well-established company with a focus on company culture and low turnover. The position offers a competitive salary between $75,000 – $95,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with growers is strongly preferred.
• Solid agronomy knowledge is essential.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Understanding of Ag production operations is needed.
• Experience managing operations and teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for direct reports.
• Build strong relationships with local growers.
• Ensure efficient coordination between plant and field operations.
• Support team members while maintaining a positive work environment.
• Collaborate on operational goals with regional management.

Skills

Experience working with growers

Strong leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Proven relationship-building abilities

Job description

Overview

Seeking a Facility Manager for an Ag production facility located in Southern Kentucky. This Manager will oversee all operations at the facility, ensuring efficient plant and field operations while maintaining strong relationships with growers. The role leads a high‑performing team, manages plant and field operations through direct reports, and drives overall location success. The facility is a well‑established, stable operation with low turnover and a strong team already in place. The ideal candidate brings 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

• 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 (processing, treatment, or related)
• Ability to manage both operations and people effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 This is 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.

Salary

Annual Salary: $75,000 – $95,000 USD.