What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Operations Manager position at REMINGTON SEEDS LLC?
Description
The Field Operations Manager has direct responsibility for all activities that occur within location seed production fields, while also directly supervising seed harvest operations at the facility. They are responsible for working with seed growers to maximize the number of finished units produced that also meet all quality specifications. Other responsibilities include:
- Hires and supervises temporary & seasonal employees. Also provides daily supervision of full-time employees working within field processes.
- Assist the Location Manager with employee reviews.
- Ensures safe work environment and implements company safety programs.
- Ensures accurate collection of silk and pollen data and uses the data as a tool to ensure product integrity.
- Implementing Remington QMS program within area of responsibility.
- Utilize pesticides as needed to protect the yield potential of the seed crop.
- Operating field and harvest operations within location budget. Assists Location Manager in developing annual budget.
- Initiating problem solving to improve location performance as needs arise.
- Ensuring that all field equipment is maintained properly to minimize in-season downtime.
- Monitoring stored bulk seed to ensure that seed quality is maintained. Aerates bins as necessary.
- Ensuring compliance with the Worker Protection Standard and the Migrant & Seasonal Labor Protection Act (as applicable).
Requirements
- A 4-year college degree in Agriculture preferred but not mandatory.
- Agricultural background is beneficial.
- Computer skills required, advanced skills preferred.
- Understanding of seed production or minimum of four years of related experience.
- Excellent communications skills with positive attitude.
- Employee team building skills.
- Attentive to detail and accuracy.
- Well organized.
About Remington Seeds
Founded in 1984, Remington Seeds is a leader in seed production and one of the world’s largest third-party producers of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities, including locations in California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, and Texas, and trusted grower partnerships across the U.S. and abroad, we provide complete seed services backed by innovation, strict quality standards, and a customer-first approach.
Our Culture
At Remington Seeds, our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that culture is our strategy, and we are proud to foster an environment built on respect, treating employees like family, and maintaining a customer-first mindset. Guided by our core business principles of Safety, Respect, Sustainability, Customer Service, and Efficiency—we strive to create a workplace where employees can thrive, grow, and feel valued every day.
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits, including PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, and ongoing learning opportunities.
Remington Seeds is an equal opportunity employer.