Operations Manager - Agribusiness

Location Manager – Heritage FS – Goodland, IN

Company:
Heritage FS, Inc

State: IN

Reports To:

Operations Manager

Status:
Exempt

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

Provides supervision and leadership for the Operators, Ag Operations, and Customer Service Representatives assigned to the location.

Hires, supervises, leads, and develops both full‑time and part‑time employees required to operate the facility. Trains employees to meet state, federal, and company regulatory and safety criteria.

Responsible for product ordering, inventory control, and shipping/receiving of product; schedules product delivery and oversees product application.

Responsible for plant operations including dry fertilizer blending and loading, handling of anhydrous ammonia, and mixing and handling of ag chemicals and liquid fertilizer.

Collaborates with the Operations Manager to ensure equipment, rolling stock, and facilities are in good working order; assists with annual budget planning.

Develops and implements business plans that maximize location profitability.

Supports and contributes to company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.

Maintains the assigned vehicle according to company standards, adheres to the uniform policy, and maintains a professional image.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Associate’s Degree in agricultural or business discipline, or equivalent, and 3+ years of supervisory related work experience.

Knowledge of inventory management, customer credit, and product knowledge (fertilizers, ag chemicals, seed, soil, and field monitoring).

Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and ability to travel independently.

Ability to obtain and maintain all applicable certifications, licenses, and permits.

Willingness to work extended hours and on-call as required.

Exposure or requirement to:

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, snow, ice, etc.)
• Dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• Work at varying heights
• Lift 51–70 lbs.

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

Fully funded pension plan and 401(k) plan.

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; supplemental plans including accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection.

Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports overall well‑being.

Full range of farm supplies and services: agronomy, seed, fertilizer, fuel, financing, marketing advice and products, energy products (gasoline, ethanol, biodiesel, diesel fuel, propane, lubricants).

Actual compensation based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. Base pay may be supplemented by bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity, disabled, protected veteran employer. All individuals are encouraged to apply. We comply with government regulations and affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent upon a job‑related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

Our benefits packages support health, retirement, and well‑being today and for the future.

United States:

• Fully funded pension*
• 401(k) & employer match
• HSA & employer contributions
• Life insurance
• Disability
• Identity protection

* The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

Canada:

• RRSP
• Life insurance
• Disability

Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type.

Nearest major market:
Gary

Nearest secondary market:
Chicago

Job segment:
Marketing Manager, Scientific, Electrical, Logistics, Marketing, Engineering, Operations