Hands-On Farm Operations Lead — Assistant Manager

Kansas Ag Connection; Kansas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Benefits negotiable

Job summary

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a qualified Assistant Farm Manager for a progressive, diversified crop and custom harvest operation in northeastern Kansas. This hands-on leadership role will work directly alongside ownership to manage production activities and grow the business.

The ideal candidate has a strong crop production background, experience operating and maintaining modern farm equipment, and the drive to assume greater responsibility over time.

Qualifications

• Strong crop production background.
• Equipment operation and maintenance experience.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Some management or lead experience preferred.
• Willingness to grow into a larger role over time.
• Stable work history.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily crop production operations.
• Operate and maintain modern farm equipment.
• Support planting, spraying, harvesting, and hauling.
• Help coordinate custom harvesting crews and schedules.
• Assist with maintenance planning and equipment readiness.
• Support operational decision-making and efficiency improvements.
• Potential to help manage employees and seasonal labor.
• Assist with feedlot operations if brought back into use.
• Work closely with owner on planning and execution.

Skills

Crop production

Equipment operation

Independence

Work ethic

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Growth mindset

Stable work history

Job description

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a qualified Assistant Farm Manager for a progressive, diversified crop and custom harvest operation in northeastern Kansas. This hands-on leadership role will work directly alongside ownership to manage production activities and grow the business.

The ideal candidate has a strong crop production background, experience operating and maintaining modern farm equipment, and the drive to assume greater responsibility over time.