Operations Manager

Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Build and maintain outside transportation relationships and agreements. Supervise and help facilitate hiring, and termination of seasonal employees.

· Work alongside Operations Superintendent and Building Managers to insure all equipment at the facility is in excellent operating condition while helping to control maintenance and repair expenses.

· Facilitate the movement of all products through the agronomy facilities efficiently and in a timely manner so as to provide excellent customer service among all divisions.

· Efficiently dispatch custom application machines and delivery of all products in a timely manner with no prejudice or bias, to best serve all Sunrise Cooperative Customers. 

· Work with SPS representative to accurately and efficiently obtain soil samples.

· Work with location Office Managers to ensure an accurate accounting of the Agronomy department including billing, purchase orders, receiving, and monthly inventories.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Attend agronomic and leadership workshops, as directed by the Branch Manager, to increase knowledge around said topics.

· Project a positive image of the company to promote its aims and objectives (Supplier of Choice); and foster and enhance public recognition and acceptance of all its areas of endeavor.

· Periodically assist the Energy and Grain Divisions.

· All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Retail Agronomy Experience

2. Class A CDL w/ HazMat 

3. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

4. Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation.

5. Ability to use Microsoft Office 365, and navigate internet based software.

6. Ability to work long varied hours/days as business dictates.

7. Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

DISCLAIMER

The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Sunrise Cooperative retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice to the employee.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Sunrise Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Sunrise Cooperative complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Sunrise Cooperative expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Sunrise Cooperative’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination. 

Potential hire will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.