Lead Farm Operations & Field Team

Foxley Brothers Farms; Platte (SD); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan with company match

PTO

Job summary

Foxley Brothers Farms in Platte, SD seeks an Operations Lead to oversee daily field operations, scheduling, and crew management. You will work closely with the agronomy team to align crop plans, fertilizer programs, and chemical applications while ensuring safety and timely execution.

The role requires 5+ years in agricultural operations, strong leadership, and a hands-on approach to managing people and equipment. CDL/Applicator licenses are preferred or willingness to obtain them.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing people and processes in field operations.
• Experience in agricultural or field operations preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL and applicator license preferred or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day scheduling and assignment of field staff and equipment.
• Develop and maintain seasonal and field-level operational plans.
• Collaborate with agronomy team on crop plans, fertilizer programs, and chemical applications.
• Lead, direct, and develop field staff, serving as primary point of contact.
• Support planting and harvest operations alongside the crew.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, fuel logistics, and operator readiness.
• Track KPIs such as acreage completed, input usage, spray windows, and downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

People management

Operations management

Scheduling

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Assoc/Bach in Agriculture/Agronomy/Business

Tools

Precision agriculture tools

Farm equipment technology

Job description

Foxley Brothers Farms in Platte, SD seeks an Operations Lead to oversee daily field operations, scheduling, and crew management. You will work closely with the agronomy team to align crop plans, fertilizer programs, and chemical applications while ensuring safety and timely execution.

The role requires 5+ years in agricultural operations, strong leadership, and a hands-on approach to managing people and equipment. CDL/Applicator licenses are preferred or willingness to obtain them.