Farm Operations Manager
| Job Title | Farm Operations Manager |
| Job ID | EH-11193 |
| Job Type | FullTimeRegular |
| Location | Idaho |
| Salary Range | $0 - $110000 |
| Comission / Bonus | |
| Benefits | Nice Family Home + Work Vehicle |
Job Title: Farm Operations Manager
Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a strong Farm Operations Manager / Working Manager for a progressive agricultural operation located in Idaho.
A major component of the operation is a state-of-the-art potato transload and processing facility, capable of handling 30–40 semi loads per day during harvest, which serves as a critical hub for both current operations and future expansion.
Responsibilities will include participating in and overseeing daily field operations, operating and maintaining late-model John Deere equipment, managing irrigated acres, and working directly with pivot systems, handlines, and wheellines. The role will also be heavily involved in potato production and harvest logistics, including coordination around the farm’s advanced transload and processing system. This individual will help lead crews in the field, work side-by-side with employees, and assist with scheduling, workflow coordination, and seasonal planning.
The Farm Operations Manager will also be involved in equipment upkeep and repairs, input and inventory oversight, and general operational decision-making. Administrative and personnel responsibilities—such as employee management, staffing coordination, and planning—will increase based on the experience, capability, and leadership of the individual hired. The long-term goal is to bring in someone who can take increasing ownership of daily operations, allowing the owner to focus more time on growth, acquisition opportunities, and higher-level management.
This position offers long-term stability and growth with a progressive operation and is well suited for a motivated individual looking to step into or continue developing in a management role while remaining actively involved in production agriculture.
OPERATION OVERVIEW
This expanding farming operation is located in Idaho, and currently farming beets, barley, beans, wheat, alfalfa, corn and potatoes. The operation employs 5–9 employees and has experienced continued growth in acres along with the addition of potato production.A major component of the operation is a state-of-the-art potato transload and processing facility, capable of handling 30–40 semi loads per day during harvest, which serves as a critical hub for both current operations and future expansion.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is a hands-on Farm Operations Manager role, working directly alongside the owner to manage and execute the day-to-day operations of the farm. The individual hired will function as a true working manager, actively involved in crop production while helping oversee labor, equipment, irrigation, and operational flow across the farm.Responsibilities will include participating in and overseeing daily field operations, operating and maintaining late-model John Deere equipment, managing irrigated acres, and working directly with pivot systems, handlines, and wheellines. The role will also be heavily involved in potato production and harvest logistics, including coordination around the farm’s advanced transload and processing system. This individual will help lead crews in the field, work side-by-side with employees, and assist with scheduling, workflow coordination, and seasonal planning.
The Farm Operations Manager will also be involved in equipment upkeep and repairs, input and inventory oversight, and general operational decision-making. Administrative and personnel responsibilities—such as employee management, staffing coordination, and planning—will increase based on the experience, capability, and leadership of the individual hired. The long-term goal is to bring in someone who can take increasing ownership of daily operations, allowing the owner to focus more time on growth, acquisition opportunities, and higher-level management.
This position offers long-term stability and growth with a progressive operation and is well suited for a motivated individual looking to step into or continue developing in a management role while remaining actively involved in production agriculture.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong background in irrigated crop production
- Experience operating and maintaining modern farm equipment
- Comfortable leading crews and working alongside employees
- Hands-on, dependable, and self-motivated
- Stable work history
- Management experience helpful but not required for the right candidate
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English
Contact Info:
To be considered for this position, please select the “Apply to Position” button below or call Eric Hansen at 308-382-7351.