Operations Manager

Operations Manager - St. Clair Service Company - Belleville, IL

State: IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy‑related products. It’s the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

Pay Range: $100,000 - $115,000

Provides management, supervision, and leadership of the operations of the company, scheduling, logistics, product handling, application services, and customer satisfaction. Develops and implements business plans that maximize location profitability.

Provides supervision and leadership for the Assist Plant Manager, Custom Applicators, Ag Operations, and Administrative Assistant personnel assigned to the location.

• Hires, supervises, leads and develops both full‑time and part‑time assigned employees required to operate the facility. Trains employees to meet state, federal, and company regulatory and safety criteria.
• Develops plans for efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.
• Responsible for assigned product ordering, profitable pricing, inventory control, and shipping/receiving of product. Schedules product delivery and oversees product application.
• Responsible for plant operations including dry fertilizer blending and loading, the handling of anhydrous ammonia, and the mixing and handling of ag chemicals and liquid fertilizer.
• Collaborates with the General Manager to insure all equipment, rolling stock, and facilities are in good working order. Assists with annual budget planning process.
• Checks and approves timecards for employees.
• Develops and implements business plans that maximize location profitability.

• Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.
• Responsible for maintaining the assigned vehicle according to company standards, adheres to the uniform policy, and maintains an appropriate professional image.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Normally requires an Associate’s Degree in an agricultural or business discipline, or the equivalent thereof, and 3 years or more of supervisory related work experience to demonstrate knowledge to effectively manage the assigned facilities and personnel.
• Understanding and experience with competitive adeptness, inventory management, and product knowledge and proficiency, including fertilizers, ag chemicals, seed, soil needs, and field monitoring.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, and have the ability to travel independently.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable certifications, licenses, and permits.
• Ability to work extended hours and on‑call as business conditions warrant.

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, snow, ice, etc.)
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Must have the ability to lift 51 - 70 lbs

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

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.

Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement. Our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)…