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COMPANY: Ag-Land FS, Inc

HIRING MANAGER: Eric Long

LOCATION: Hanna City, IL

PAY RANGE: $60,000 – $100,000

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT:

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, oversee day to day operations of the facility to maximize customer satisfaction, emphasize employee safety and maximize location profitability.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Coordinates distribution, warehousing, and purchasing in accordance with established principles and procedures
•    Supervise both full time and part time operations personnel
•    Evaluate location employee performance through annual employee evaluations
•    Assist in recruiting, hiring, training, discipline, and dismissal of employees
•    Responsible for making sure that location employees have the proper skills, training, licenses for the jobs they are performing
•    Maintains a high level of employee, facility, and equipment image
•    Monitor inventory to maintain condition and prevent shrink
•    Assist in developing the location budget
•    Assist in determining location asset needs
•    Work with walk in customers
•    Use people and equipment to provide excellent customer service and satisfaction
•    Develop plans and work with other locations to maximize employee and equipment efficiency
•    Work with Operations Manager on all safety and compliance issues
•    Perform all other duties as assigned 

REQUIREMENTS:

•    Previous experience (3 – 5 years) in retail agronomy operations
•    Must be a customer focused individual, committed to customer service
•    Proven people skills
•    Demonstrated problem solving skills along with verbal and written communication skills
•    Must be highly organized, mature and professional
•    Must be able to work with or gain knowledge to operate Ag-Vance software to make blend tickets, transfers, and reports
•    Meticulous housekeeping skills; attention to detail
•    Able to obtain results through others
•    Must be able to work without direct supervision
•    Must work as a team member and continue to grow the team philosophy at the location
•    Must be able to operate equipment necessary 
•    Must be able to handle multiple tasks at the same time
•    Must have or ability to obtain a valid CDL and State of Illinois Commercial Pesticide Applicators License

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to make decisions under pressure.
• Must be able to perform a wide variety of tasks daily.
• Must be able to handle customer complaints and determine if complaint is legitimate and work with customer to resolve problem in a fair and equitable manner.
• Must be willing to perform the physical demands of the job including but not limited to:
• Consistently lift and carry 70 lbs.
• Be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Walk through standing crops to inspect fields.
• Climb on and off of equipment.
• Work hours beyond those considered normal in the peak season and as customer needs dictate.
   

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

COMPENSATION

The expected salary range for this position is $60,000 – $100,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and business needs.

This role may also be eligible for a bonus program, which can include performance-based incentives and a location profit-sharing bonus, where applicable.

We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.  In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.