At Frontier Cooperative, we believe agriculture is more than a business, it's a way of life. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. But what sets us apart is how we do it: with integrity, with quality, and with a deep commitment to the communities we're proud to call home. We're looking for people who share those values and want to grow with us.
What you'll do:
Business & customer strategy
- Collaborate with the Regional Operations Manager and AG Advisors to develop market plans for new and existing customers
- Stay current on new agronomy products; oversee the retail store, fertilizer plant, and feed and seed warehouse
- Recommend strategic operational goals by gathering business, financial, service, and operations data; define objectives and evaluate outcomes
- Enforce customer service standards and resolve complaints; work with customers to promote improved products and expanded services
Financial & inventory management
- Reconcile daily cash sales and credit card reports; perform bank deposits and bill customers for products or services
- Collect and credit customer accounts upon payment
Facility & equipment oversight
- Manage and maintain proper working condition of vehicles, machinery, equipment, buildings, and grounds
- Ensure equipment is cleaned regularly to prolong safe operation and promote a positive company image
- May perform general vehicle, machinery, and equipment maintenance and repairs
- Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations
Grain bin storage
- Manage day-to-day operations of grain elevators, bins, and flat storage areas; direct and assign daily work to staff
- Manage inbound and outbound grain shipments, ensuring proper storage placement and monitoring space requirements
- Post daily grain prices; assist customers selling grain and notify the Grain Division Manager of all purchases
- Ensure proper weigh scale management and accurate ticket data; maintain high grain grade and quality standards
- Ensure bins are cleaned, swept, and treated with insecticide prior to filling; inspect grain regularly for temperature, mold, insect, or moisture issues
- Pull grain cores for quality inspection; blend, dry, aerate, cool, and relocate grain as needed to maximize economic return
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and agricultural experience
- Knowledge of operational management, business management, accounting, budgeting, project management, and quality management
- Strong judgment, problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
- Proven mentoring and coaching experience with the ability to influence and engage direct reports, indirect reports, and peers
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Basic math skills including proportions, percentages, and volume; able to prepare and interpret spreadsheets and graphs
- Ability to safely operate company vehicles, machinery, and equipment
- Valid operator's license and forklift certification required; CDL Class A with HazMat and Tanker endorsements preferred or obtainable within 60 days
Why join us? Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, finances, and future.
- Paycheck for life: Cooperative pension plan, plus 401(k) with traditional and Roth options
- Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental plans, and FSA/HSA spending accounts
- Paid time off: Vacation and sick leave to rest and recharge
- Uniform & boot allowances: Annual allowances so you're always equipped and ready
- 360 Wellness Program: Whole-person wellness with real incentives
- Sign-on & referral bonuses: Get rewarded for joining and for bringing great people with you
Additional benefits available - ask us for details.