QUALIFCATIONS:

- Proven experience leading farm crews and managing employees in a production agriculture setting
- Strong hands-on background in grain farming operations
- Ability to supervise, motivate, and hold teams accountable while maintaining a positive work environment
- Comfortable operating modern equipment and utilizing precision ag technology
- Willingness to take ownership of a crew and lead by example during long seasonal hours

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Ag Placement is searching for a Farm Crew Leader for a large, progressive grain farming operation in Illinois. This operation farms approximately 10,000 acres and is positioned for significant expansion. The ownership group is seeking a high-caliber individual who can take ownership of a crew, lead from the front, and help drive operational excellence across all seasons.

Position Overview
The Farm Crew Leader will be a hands-on manager/applicator responsible for operating equipment while supervising and developing seasonal and full-time employees. This individual must be comfortable leading crews of varying sizes throughout the year while remaining actively involved in day-to-day field operations. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, organized, and capable of getting the best out of their people through leadership by example.

Key Responsibilities
- Operate and oversee modern, large-scale farm machinery throughout the crop year, including tillage, planting, spraying, and harvesting
- Lead, schedule, and supervise crews during peak seasons:
- Spring: Run a 24-row high-speed planter while managing a crew of 2–4 employees
- Summer: Combine wheat and spray crops while supervising a crew of approximately 5 employees
- Fall: Lead and operate within a harvest crew of up to 10 employees
- Winter: Shop work, equipment maintenance, and grain hauling
- Manage daily workflows, ensure efficiency, and maintain high standards for safety, productivity, and equipment care
- Train, mentor, and motivate crew members to maximize performance and accountability
- Work closely with ownership to execute crop plans and support continued growth of the operation

Equipment & Technology
This operation runs large John Deere equipment equipped with the latest John Deere precision and guidance technologies. The Farm Crew Leader must be comfortable with modern ag technology and capable of using it effectively while helping crew members do the same.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated farm leader who wants responsibility, modern equipment, and the chance to grow with a large, expanding Illinois grain operation.