03/01/2021
Wright Farms is looking for a full time Ag service technician-Shop manager at our Independence Mo location. This position is responsible for managing the farm maintenance shop. Tasks include but are not limited to oversight of maintenance records, inventory control, supervision of shop personnel, training of technicians and conducting major repairs on a variety of farm equipment.
Essential functions:
Prioritize and assign maintenance and service tasks on a daily basis, and maintain detailed record of such
Develop and execute a preventative maintenance program that encompasses all farm equipment
Develop and execute quality control standards that will ensure all equipment serviced by the shop meets a prescribed standard prior to release and use in the field
Maintain proper levels of inventory to meet the day to day requirements of shop operations
Develop and implement policies and procedures for the efficient and effective management of the resources ( equipment and personnel) required for farm shop operations
Maintain an efficient shop layout as well as daily and long-term cleanliness of the shop and surrounding area
Must have an extensive knowledge of diagnostics on a wide variety of farm machinery
Ability to work independently and be able to make critical decisions under pressure.
Ability to conduct repairs on a variety of equipment.
This position can be hourly or salary. Pay is based on experience but will be very competitive. Benefits include paid vacation,health insurance and 401k.