What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager position at E & H Farms, Inc?
FULL TIME OPERATIONS MANAGER
E & H Farms, Inc., located in rural Weskan, Kansas, is seeking an experienced, determined, and high-performing Full-Time Operations Manager to join our team. Our 15,000-acre third generation row-crop operation focusing on wheat, milo, corn, and pinto beans is looking for a candidate who is excited to join our farming team - willing to do tasks both big and small, creating value and improving performance of the operation. The Operations Manager is a valuable member of E & H Farms, Inc. and this role will have direct interaction and work alongside owners and family members. The Operations Manager will oversee all operations staff, equipment, planting-to-harvest duties, and other inputs of the farming operation.
Weskan, Kansas is a very rural location in West Kansas, near the Colorado border. It is a nice quiet location to raise a family, with a wonderful small school system. The nearest town with groceries, movie theaters, etc. is a short 15-20 minute country drive.
What you will do:
· Providing day-to-day operations management of the farm and assisting in long-range crop planning in conjunction with farm owner.
· Implementing safety policies and practices according to company standards.
· Maintaining proper personnel, including hiring, training, and day-to-day management of staff.
· Coordinating, planning, communicating and problem-solving regarding Grain Storage, Facilities and Equipment, Transportation, Input Purchasing, Production Technology and Crop Sales.
· Taking the lead with all field workers during planting, tillage, spraying and harvesting.
Qualifications:
· 5 years of Farm Management experience required with minimum of bachelor’s degree in agricultural field of study preferred or significant experience as a Farm Manager.
· Ability to manage farm operation day-to-day activity and decision-making abilities.
· Experience with wheat, soybeans, corn, and pinto beans is a plus!
Benefits:
· Competitive salary, with bonus structure.
· Medical Insurance: E & H Farms pays 100% of the employee’s insurance.
· Housing and standard utilities provided.
· Paid Time Off!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Weskan, KS (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Weskan, KS: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,100 - $82,400