Asst Mgr, Location - Sunrise FS - Newman

About the role

Sunrise FS is headquartered in Virginia, Illinois, with branches in several counties. With approximately 200 employees and 14,000 customers, Sunrise FS operates in agronomy, energy, grain, tires, irrigation, and retail sectors. It is part of the GROWMARK System, which serves over 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Plant (Location) Manager with supervision and leadership of the operations, scheduling service equipment, and personnel at the assigned location
• Trains, coaches, and counsels employees to effectively develop individual talents and a team of professionals
• Schedules and performs maintenance of assigned equipment, rolling stock, and facilities
• Leads personnel to follow all safe operating procedures and regulations
• Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport, and application equipment for blending and delivery of products
• Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures
• Develops or assists and applies the skills necessary to hire, supervise, lead, and develop a staff of assigned employees
• Assists in the development and implementation of business plans that maximize location profitability

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in agricultural discipline or equivalent, with 2 years or more of agronomy operations related work experience or farming experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain all applicable certifications, licenses, and permits
• Able to work extended hours as business conditions warrant
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Prior understanding of GROWMARK agronomy and/or energy operations preferred

Qualifications

• Normal physical requirements: Occasionally exposed or required to extreme weather conditions, noisy conditions, working conditions with dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, working at varying heights, lifting 51-70 lbs.
• Essential abilities: Business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development
• Willingness to participate in required training

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and various supplemental plans. Additional perks include generous paid time off, parental leave, a 401(k) plan with company matching, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).