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Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag – and grow with us!
Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.
“We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.”
Role Overview:
The Supervisor Facility Operations will lead Agricultural operations, including liquid and dry custom applications, with a strong focus on safety. Ideal candidates have experience in the Ag industry, are bilingual (English/Spanish), and have 3+ years of supervisory experience.
A Sample of What You’ll Do in this Role:
- Supervise facility operations and provide daily direction to direct reports.
- Facilitate and encourage effective communication with the Sales team.
- Promote safety culture while aligning with internal corporate objectives.
- Support and facilitate facility goals and objectives.
- Work with the Location Operations Manager to coordinate the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment.
- Coordinate annual audit and compliance activities with Location Operations Manager.
- Assist with compliance efforts related to DOT, GPS, EHSS, and other regulatory agencies.
- Ensure that all direct reports are properly trained in their necessary duties and suggest training to improve job skills.
- Promote a positive work environment and overall employee morale
- Present a professional image through personal appearance and overall facility cleanliness.
What You Bring to the Role:
- 3+ years of experience supervising others
- Experience in the Agriculture industry
- Ability to lead and influence with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to comprehend and communicate English language written policies and procedures
- Ability to maintain and promote professionalism in interactions with team members and customers
- High School Diploma or equivalent and experience with Agricultural operations
Your Digital & Technology Capabilities:
- Utilize operational technology systems, GPS tools, and digital reporting platforms to support facility operations, compliance activities, and equipment management
- Leverage data, operational metrics, and reporting tools to monitor performance, support decision making, and drive continuous improvement
- Embrace emerging technologies including Microsoft Copilot, generative AI, and digital collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams to enhance productivity, communication, and workflow efficiency
What Makes You a Great Fit:
- You’re safety minded
- You lead by example to support company initiatives and have strong skills in influencing and leading teammates
- You can establish and maintain relationships with location personnel, peers, and customers
- You adapt to a rapidly changing work environment
- You have strong attention to detail and accuracy
- You enjoy a variety of work and job duties and are versatile and flexible
Compensation and Benefits:
- In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $59,200 - $78,940. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience
- This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/
Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.
Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer
Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.
Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people
Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.
Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry’s best workforce
Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.
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