Field Operations Lead - Warehouse & Field

Simplot Company; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company is seeking a Field Operations Lead to support the Location Manager in day-to-day field activities. The role emphasizes hands-on execution, coordination of field tasks, and adherence to safety standards to enable frontline staff to work efficiently.

Ideal candidates have experience in warehouse, logistics, or agricultural operations and possess strong organizational and communication skills to drive team performance and ensure timely completion of tasks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in warehouse, logistics, inventory management, or agricultural operations.
• Experience with inventory control, dispatching, product ordering, invoicing, and delivery coordination.
• Proficiency with computer systems; AgVance experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting experience.
• Previous team lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Agriculture industry experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Operational Support: Assist the Location Manager in implementing daily work plans and schedules, coordinating field activities to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Team Coordination: Act as a point of contact for field staff, providing guidance and onboarding/training of new team members as directed by the Location Manager.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to safety protocols and company policies during field operations and report hazards promptly.
• Inventory & Equipment: Monitor tools, equipment and supplies for field operations and assist with inventory checks and reporting discrepancies.
• Reporting & Communication: Provide daily updates on task progress, challenges, and resource needs and communicate with the Location Manager and team.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college or technical training

Tools

AgVance

Inventory management software

Dispatching software

Computer systems

Job description

Simplot Company is seeking a Field Operations Lead to support the Location Manager in day-to-day field activities. The role emphasizes hands-on execution, coordination of field tasks, and adherence to safety standards to enable frontline staff to work efficiently.

Ideal candidates have experience in warehouse, logistics, or agricultural operations and possess strong organizational and communication skills to drive team performance and ensure timely completion of tasks.