Production Location Manager

Beck's Hybrids; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits with two medical plan选

Company HSA contributions

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Employer paid life/AD&D

Disability insurance

Onsite Nurse Practitioner

401k match

Company sponsored pension plan

Financial Advisor access

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness programs

Corporate discounts

Company Christmas Party

Job summary

Beck’s Hybrids is hiring a Production Location Manager in Nevada, IA to lead seed production operations at the site. The role requires coordinating with production managers and team leaders to ensure timely, quality seed output across corn, wheat, and soybeans, while upholding safety policies.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy or Agriculture, plus 3 years in seed production and at least 1 year of people management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Agronomy preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Minimum 3 years field seed corn production experience.
• Minimum 1 year of personnel management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and ensure the successful production of seed at the location.
• Lead production planning and coordinate activities with managers and team leaders.
• Monitor quality and safety throughout production processes.
• Provide weekly status reports to the Production Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Continuous improvement

Quality monitoring

Education

Bachelor of Science in Agronomy

Tools

GPS/GIS software

Microsoft Office

Planters

Job description

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Production Location Manager

Processing - Tower 1 Regular Full-Time Nevada, IA, Nevada, IA, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2410

This position will manage, direct and lead teams through the everyday needs of Beck’s seed production at their location throughout the year. This position is authorized to perform the steps necessary to ensure the responsibilities are met.

As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:

• Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
• 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
• Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
• Company Christmas Party & Much More

Responsibilities

• Manage and ensure the successful production of seed corn, wheat, soybeans that may take place at their location.
• Engage reports and peers in continuous improvement planning and feedback loops to drive focus and team morale.
• Monitor quality throughout production processes to ensure quality seed and safe work conditions.
• Work with Production Managers and team leaders to plan production and determine specific needs to effectively provide seed for sale and shipping;
• Lead the development, coordination and communication of production planning and activities.
• Prepare staff and align teams to ensure timeliness and successful operations.
• Uphold, enforce and support safety policy and procedures of activities.
• Report status of crop, staffing and operations on a weekly basis to Production Manager.
• Perform other related duties as maybe required by the Production manager.

Job Requirements

Education and training:

• Bachelor of Science degree, preferably Agronomy and/or Agriculture.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.

Technical knowledge:

• Basic Agronomic knowledge of row crop corn and soybean production.
• Farm Systems knowledge: planters, irrigation, grain handling, applicators, harvesters, and mechanics.
• Computer skills: proficient at Microsoft Office and GPS/GIS software.
• Seed corn production techniques.
• CDL-A or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete Beck’s Fork Lift training may be required.

Travel and hours of work:

• Overnight travel may be required based on project needs at Beck’s regional locations and may vary in duration of time.

Physical demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to pass respiratory medical clearance evaluation required.
• Ability to pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner’s Certificate may be required.

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years field seed corn production industry.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience managing personnel.

Characteristics for Success:

• Commitment to the mission of Beck’s Hybrids, specifically, to provide our customers with the best seed quality
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards
• Ability to look at situations from several points of view
• Has a positive attitude
• Ability to exercise independent judgment

** In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.

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