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About the Role

The role of the Grain Operations Manager is to meet or exceed Kreher quality standards by performing and managing the duties related to planting, maintaining, and harvesting grain crops to ensure high quality crops are produced.

Responsibilities

Supervise all Crops Team Associates, full-time and seasonal, involved in grain production around the Clarence and Brockport crop sites.
Provide insight into fertilization and crop maintenance program decisions to positively impact crop production.
Coordinate manure and fertilizer application according to prescribed locations and rates, ensuring record maintenance and CAFO plan compliance.
Coordinate and assist with tilling of crop land for planting and preparation.
Coordinate and assist with planting procedures to ensure quality product at harvest, maintaining planting records.
Assist in maintaining weed control and crop inspection programs, including staying updated on insecticides, herbicides, safety procedures, and equipment use, and maintaining associated records.
Coordinate and establish correct methods and timing for harvesting and trucking crops, while maintaining a valid CDL A license.
Administer food safety standards as they apply to Crops Team Associates and maintain necessary records.
Provide insight for crop rotation and seed purchasing decisions based on field knowledge and experience.
Coordinate ordering and delivery of crop inputs.
Continually develop knowledge of tilling, planting, and land preparation, and educate associates.
Ensure attendance and punctuality, including being on call as seasons and weather dictate.
Ensure high-quality crops are produced that meet end-user expectations, maximizing profitability without affecting quality.
Make knowledgeable equipment purchasing recommendations.
Maintain and oversee employees performing preventative maintenance on crop production equipment, and perform equipment repairs when necessary.
Maintain and utilize all technological equipment and procedures as directed.
Follow all prescribed regulatory procedures and maintain required records.
Ensure personal and departmental job tasks are prioritized and meet or exceed standards without sacrificing quality or safety.
Maintain a clean and organized work area to avoid accidents.
Ensure employees have necessary licenses to run equipment and work with Fleet Manager and HR to keep licenses current.
Deal with landowners and neighboring farms by listening to concerns, explaining processes, and rectifying problems.
Coordinate contractor activities related to grain production land and facilities.
Manage expenses associated with crop production, including equipment repair, preventive maintenance, field programs, and upkeep of land and surrounding area.
Communicate and explain company and department vision to employees, fostering two-way communication.
Share department results with employees, recognize achievements, and provide timely feedback.
Ensure employee needs are met (training, benefits) and comply with company policies and laws.
Teach, encourage, and trust employees to take on new responsibilities and monitor their progress.
Lead by example, educate others, ensure up-to-date performance reviews, and provide fair, accurate feedback.
Provide feedback on training programs and identify areas for improvement, including follow-ups with newly trained employees.
Maintain two-way communication with management and team members to share knowledge and ideas.
Act as a team player, supporting and encouraging co-workers with respect.
Cooperate with employees by showing flexibility, cross-training, and moving them to different areas as needed.
Practice safety and comply with all safety policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements

Leadership experience working with a crop and field team.
Aptitude and understanding of crop programs and the ability to implement these programs, including irrigation, fertility, pest control, weed control, and soil amendments.
Strong communication, organizational skills, team building, and team-working and collaboration skills.
Must be able to troubleshoot equipment/process problems and propose solutions.
Knowledge of crop technological tools.
Basic MS Office skills.
Able to lift up to 100 lbs.
Ability to work in an industrial setting, with typical industrial noise levels.
Must maintain a valid CDL A license.

Skills

Leadership
Crop programs
Irrigation
Fertility
Pest control
Weed control
Soil amendments
Communication
Organization
Team building
Team-working
Collaboration
Troubleshooting
Crop technological tools
MS Office

Location

Clarence
Brockport

Work Type

Full-time
On-call

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED
Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomics (Preferred)

About the Company

Kreher Farms (“KFF”)

Equal Opportunity

Kreher Farms prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment and pregnancy), national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, creed, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), reproductive health decision making, military status, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction records, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.