Operations Manager
Core
Provide comprehensive leadership and strategic oversight of all Seeds Development operations in Slater, IA, encompassing nursery operations, farming systems, and seed logistics.
Role type
Operations Manager (Agricultural Seed Production)
Builds
High-quality seeds and crop protection solutions for farmers
Domain
Agriculture / Seed Production / Plant Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic leadership, operational excellence, financial stewardship, talent management, governance & compliance, strategic influence, change management, project management, data literacy
Preferred skills
Experience in seed production or plant breeding environments
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Direct end-to-end operations at the Slater, IA site; drive cross-functional integration and workflow efficiency; manage site budget (CapEx and OpEx); lead talent management and succession planning; ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory procedures; represent operations in senior leadership meetings; lead organizational change initiatives
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
