OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT TRAINEEDo you want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join one of the leading cooperatives in the state of Iowa. AgState holds over 34 locations throughout the Northwest and is committed to safety, growth, and sustainability. Our Operations Management Associate position is the ideal position for individuals that seek growth, development, and commitment to the members we serve. This position will offer selected candidates the tools and training to lead teams in a growing cooperative. When starting a career with AgState, there are many opportunities for growth and development and this position is no different. Choose to work for a leading and growing cooperative today! You will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service, along with a stable career that offers outstanding benefits!In this career, you will collaborate with experienced team members to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to lead grain and agronomy operations. This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in working with agriculture and providing exceptional customer service to our producers. You will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service, along with a stable career that offers outstanding benefits!ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSIn this role you will learn all aspects of leading operations, including:
- Operations Management: Budgeting, expense management, inventory control, continuous improvement, capital project management, facility maintenance, contractor management, managing logistics and the operations team to achieve business goals.
- Operations Leadership: leading people and performance, hiring and retaining talent, leading safety, and leading engagement.
- In the Grain department you will learn elevator operations, managing grain condition, receiving and shipping procedures, sampling, and drying.
- In the Agronomy Department you will gain skills in bulk fertilizer operations, dispatching, applicator operations, chemical warehousing, and agronomy accounting.
- You will collaborate with other supervisors, location leaders, and department leaders to determine equipment and facility improvements needed to increase operations efficiency.
- You will set performance goals and objectives with management and review the attainment of these goals and objectives.
- You will participate in AgState's Operations Leadership program, as well as other AgState sponsored learning opportunities.
EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent Ag education/experience.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
**Our values ~ RISE: Respect- ~ Integrity ~ Safety ~ Excellence **AgState offers a generous benefits package including 401K Match or Defined Benefit (Pension) Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Salary Continuation, Long Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance, Career Growth and Development Opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Education Assistance, Employee discounts and local discounts, Paid Holidays, Clothing Allowance, and a generous Paid Time off Accrual. Equal Opportunity Employer - we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage employees at AgState to bring authenticity to work every day.APPLY NOW! To submit your application or to view our other openings within the company visit us online at www.AgState.org. Contact Human Resources for an Internal Application.