Assistant Crop Production Manager EH-11131

PLEASE NOTE: We will not reply if your resume does not meet position requirements. Please understand your education and experience must match our job listings for you to be considered. You must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident to be considered for any U.S. positions.

There is NO closing date on this position.  This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 10+ years of Production Agriculture experience, with strong preference for forage production.
- Proven ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with both management and farm crews.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to build, motivate, and manage a cohesive team during day-to-day operations and peak seasons.
- Strong agronomy background for weed, water, and insect management, including assisting with soil fertility planning.
- Hands-on experience with corn silage, alfalfa, haylage, and other forage crops.
- Experience with pivot irrigation, gravity irrigation, and other irrigation systems.
- Knowledge of dairy manure management and field application — a strong plus.
- Solid mechanical aptitude, including general equipment maintenance, service scheduling, welding, and fabrication.
- Ability to maintain records of field operations, scouting, and seasonal activity.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position supports the Farm Manager with full oversight of approximately 3,500+ acres of irrigated alfalfa, corn, corn silage, and forage crops destined for the dairy. Planting and harvesting are completed by custom operators, and your role will focus on coordinating, monitoring, and managing the day-to-day operations that ensure everything runs smoothly.

Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with planning and execution of planting, irrigation, chopping, and hay production.
- Supervising and directing farm crew activity during critical production periods.
- Overseeing manure application and nutrient management across field acres.
- Tracking and reporting field records, scouting notes, and seasonal progress.
- Supporting the Farm Manager in continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

This role is for someone who is driven, professional, and ready to advance their career—not someone simply looking for a job. The employer offers a stable working environment, excellent schools, and a community well-suited for raising a family.

BENEFITS:

Negotiable

ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.

If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.

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