Centra Sota Cooperative is seeking an Agronomy Assistant Operations Manager to help lead daily agronomy operations while supporting employees, equipment, inventory, and customer service. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with agronomy experience who enjoys leadership, teamwork, and helping operations run safely and efficiently. Apply today!
Centra Sota Cooperative's vision is to improve lives and create a more vibrant future for farmers, families, and communities in Central MN. We are seeking an Agronomy Assistant Operations Manager to join our team. This role partners with the Agronomy Operations Manager to support daily operations, employee development, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and customer service while promoting a safe and productive work environment.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with overseeing daily agronomy operations, including inventory, blending, dispatch, deliveries, and equipment utilization.
- Assist with coordinating daily work assignments, employee schedules, and operational priorities.
- Assist with supporting employee training, coaching, onboarding, and performance development.
- Operate agronomy equipment and assist with field, warehouse, and shop operations as needed.
- Partner with the Agronomy Operations Manager, sales team, and customers to deliver exceptional service and continuously improve operations.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in agronomy, agriculture operations, or a related field with demonstrated leadership experience or potential.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience operating agronomy equipment and working in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Ability to coach employees, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and support daily operations.
- Valid driver's license required. Class A CDL and Commercial Applicator License preferred or the ability to obtain.
- Experience with AgVance or similar agronomy software is preferred.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability plans, voluntary benefits, retirement plan, paid time off, and more.
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
Why Centra Sota?
We are a people-focused cooperative, dedicated to honest service, innovation, and supporting the communities we serve. You’ll join a reliable team of experts who care about agriculture, teamwork, and doing what’s right.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Centra Sota Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. If you need accommodation during the application process, please contact HR at [email protected]
Skills Required
- Experience in agronomy, agriculture operations, or a related field with demonstrated leadership experience or potential.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience operating agronomy equipment and working in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Ability to coach employees, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and support daily operations.
- Valid driver's license.
- Class A CDL or ability to obtain.
- Commercial Applicator License or ability to obtain.
- Experience with AgVance or similar agronomy software.
What We Do
Centra Sota Cooperative is a member-owned agricultural cooperative based in central Minnesota. It provides a wide range of products and services, including agronomy, energy (fuel and propane), feed and grain, country stores, and lawn care. The company focuses on serving farmers, families, and communities with a commitment to customer service, innovation, and supporting local member-owners.
