Agtegra Cooperative is Seeking a Truck and Auto Shop Manager in Ipswich, SD.

Agtegra Cooperative is a local agricultural cooperative headquartered in Aberdeen, SD. It is owned by over 7,000 farmers and ranchers, predominantly in North and South Dakota, with a network of over 70 locations and 850 employees. For more information, please visit www.agtegra.com.  

At Agtegra, our mission is simple: ‘Do something great for my farm and family that nobody else will do.’ To accomplish this, Agtegra offers diverse career opportunities where employees can grow and work in their local communities.  Your personal and professional needs matter here – which is why we offer a variety of competitive benefits to employees, including healthcare and retirement, generous paid-time-off (PTO), family leave, and a clothing allowance just to name a few.  It’s not just a job at Agtegra – it’s a place where we invite all employees to Start Here. Grow Here.  

POSITION SUMMARY  

The Truck and Auto Location Manager coordinates the day-to-day activities of the shop and is responsible for the employees, profit/loss reports and inventory. This work would include managing customer relationships, budgeting, profit and loss, stewardship, team building, and managing staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Works to ensure scheduled and walk-in repairs are assigned to the correct mechanic or service technician.
• Responsible for monitoring and achieving the location’s profit and loss goals. 
• Works directly with the bookkeeper and service staff to ensure inventory is current and weekly counts have been completed.
• Approves timecards in a timely manner. Monitors and approves shop and bookkeeping staff’s paid time off requests.
• Works with the Truck and Auto Division Manager to resolve any employee concerns or issues.  Responsible for the location’s employee goals and performance evaluations. 
• Works with Truck and Auto Division Manager to maintain appropriated staffing levels for the location and hires appropriately while placing candidates in positions of best fit.
• Ensures building and site maintenance is completed. 
• Coach and motivate team members to meet performance standards through coaching, feedback, goal setting, communicating and maintaining fair and consistent application of policies and practices. 
• Provide leadership in managing team performance, including setting measurable goals, tracking metrics, and holding employees accountable.
• Works with Safety Department to ensure all OSHA and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) standards are being met.  Responsible for compliance of all location employees in completion of required safety, IT, and general training.
• Complies with US DOT drug or breath alcohol testing requirements, the Agtegra Drug Free Workplace Policy, OSHA regulations, and the Agtegra Vehicle Policy and Fleet Safety Program. 
• Completes all Agtegra Truck logs and DOT truck logs; maintains driver log per I.C.C. regulations
• Inspects all assigned trucks for defects/safety hazards before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition. (Pre/Post – Trip Inspections)
• Performs basic clean-up and preventative maintenance on all assigned trucks and other shop duties along with various plant operation and general maintenance and housekeeping
• Delivers product and services to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
• Submit accurate sales tickets and completes required records and paperwork daily. 
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Understands all DOT rules and regulations and reports any unsafe conditions.
• Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices, including program planning, contract requirements, budgeting, direction, coordination, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of management and supervisory practices and principles, including the ability to make final employment recommendations, preparing performance evaluations, managing time off, and maintaining personnel records.
• Knowledge of uses of equipment and materials and how to handle properly and appropriately.
• Knowledge of Agtegra’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, state, and federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting and fiscal management.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short conversations, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to perform mathematical arithmetic appropriate to the job.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner.
• Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
• Ability to organize, assign, and modify the work assignment of others, and (re)-establish priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in English in both written and verbal form.
• Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
• Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority. 
• Skill in defining problems and evaluating alternatives and recommending methods, procedures, and techniques for resolution of issues.
• Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner.
• Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
• Ability to always maintain professionalism.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.
  
  

 PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law.  Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor.  

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work has complex vision requirements to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work periodically has exposure to adverse environmental conditions to include extreme heat and cold.
• Work is generally in a noisy setting (automotive/tire service center).  
  
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS . 

• Bachelor’s degree or Associate's degree (A. A.) and 1-5 years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. 
• English Proficiency 
• Must be 18 years or older. 
• Basic computer knowledge

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years Automotive, Truck, or Tire Service leadership experience
• Self-Motivated
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Customer Service Experience
  
  

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Health Insurance, Vision/Dental Insurance, Pension plan, 401k, Clothing Allowance, Paid time off, Holidays, Education Assistance and MORE! 

Agtegra Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.