Plant/Location Manager - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Eastampton, NJ

GROWMARK FS is headquartered in Milford, Delaware with branches in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. GROWMARK FS has about 500 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 13,000 customers. The cooperative does business in seed, agronomy, energy, crop protection, precision agriculture, and custom application. GROWMARK FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

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 of business plans that maximize location prof itability.

SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHP

Provides supervision and leadership for the Assist Plant Manager, Operators, Ag Operations, and
Administrative Assistant personnel assigned to the location.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Hires, supervises, leads and develops both full-time and part-time assigned employees required to
operate the facility.

Trains employees to meet state, federal, and company regulatory and safety criteria.

Responsible for assigned product ordering, prof itable pricing, inventory control, and shipping/receiving of
product. Schedules product delivery and oversees product application.

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

Collaborates with the Operations Manager to insure all equipment, rolling stock, and facilities are in good
working order. Assists with annual budget planning process.

Responsible to sell to customers at the location or by phone.

Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts.

Develops and implements business plans that maximize location profitability.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

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

Responsible for maintaining the assigned vehicle according to company standards , adheres to the
uniform policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and
Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires an Associate’s Degree in agricultural or business discipline, or the equivalent thereof ,
and 3 years or more of supervisory related work experience to demonstrate knowledge to effectively
manage the assigned facilities and personnel.

Understanding and experience with competitive adeptness, inventory management, customer credit
worthiness, and product knowledge and prof iciency, including fertilizers, ag chemicals, seed, soil needs,
and field monitoring.

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, a satisf actory driving record, and have the ability to travel
independently.

Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable certif ications, licenses, and permits.

Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.

Prefer an understanding of GROWMARK agronomy and/or energy operations.

Occasionally exposed or required to:
• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, snow, ice, etc.)
• Noisy conditions
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate
safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Lif t 51 - 70 lbs.

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

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s
policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.