Twenty-five years in recruiting has taught me that technology, opportunities change, and even candidate reviews change. I started in an era of handwritten notes, mailed resumes and fax machines. Today, the opportunities move faster, sometimes at the speed of a text message, but the fundamentals remain exactly the same: understanding people, building trust and making connections that last are the heart of successful recruiting.
One of the biggest changes I’ve seen is how careers evolve. Twenty years ago, multiple moves in a short, five-or ten-year, period raised my eyebrows. Today, it’s more important to understand why someone made those moves and whether they continued to grow, take on more responsibility and advance their careers. The story behind the resume matters more than the timeline.
What hasn’t changed, though, is the importance of fit. Successful matches happen when both the company and the candidate share the same values, expectations and vision for the future. At AGRI-SEARCH, our goal has never been simply filling positions. It’s always been helping good people find good companies and building relationships that stand the test of time.
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Current Open Career Opportunities
At AGRI-SEARCH, our staff is committed to bringing top-tier talent to our clients. Open positions change daily, but the need for quality people is constant in every successful business. Highlighted below are some of our current open positions. If interested in having us assist you in landing talent for one of your positions, or if one of these opportunities looks attractive to you or someone you know, please contact us.
4117, Grain Elevator General Manager, Illinois
A respected, customer-owned grain company in Central Illinois is seeking a General Manager to lead operations, merchandising, and long-term growth for an organization with more than 120 years of history and significant recent investments in its facilities. The ideal candidate will bring strong grain merchandising experience, leadership skills, and the ability to build lasting relationships with local producers while overseeing truck and rail logistics and daily elevator operations. This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on grain professional who wants to lead an independent business, support a talented team, and help shape the future of a trusted community partner.
4108, Facility Maintenance Manager, Indiana
An established Indiana seed company is seeking a Facility Maintenance Manager to oversee equipment, buildings, and warehouse operations that support four conditioning lines and five packaging lines serving more than 30 brands. The role is part of the management team, leading 10 direct reports while managing projects, troubleshooting automation systems, electrical components, fabrication, and in-house repairs across a highly automated processing facility. This family-focused organization offers a collaborative culture, competitive compensation, and an opportunity to play a key role in producing quality seed products while helping employees and the business continue to grow.
A fast-growing, technology-driven risk management firm is seeking an Account Executive to work with crop and swine producers across Iowa, helping clients develop marketing strategies and manage price risk through futures, options, and physical contracts. The role combines relationship building, analytical thinking, and day-to-day client support using proprietary tools designed to improve on-farm decision-making. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a recent graduate with a background in agriculture, economics, or finance, this opportunity offers competitive compensation, strong benefits, and an attractive incentive program with room to grow.
4047, Commodities Trader, Remote / Hybrid
A growing commodity trading organization is seeking an experienced Commodities Trader to develop and manage business relationships within the pet food and animal nutrition industries while building a profitable trading portfolio. This remote or hybrid opportunity offers the flexibility to work from California, Florida, or anywhere in the U.S., with compensation that includes a competitive base salary, performance-based commissions tied to P&L, and discretionary bonuses. Ideal candidates bring deep industry connections, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a desire to make a meaningful impact as part of a collaborative, team-oriented culture rather than being just another number in a large corporation.
4104, Farm Supervisor, Indiana
A large commercial seed and farming operation in Indiana is seeking a Farm Supervisor to lead agronomic, equipment, and personnel decisions across 15,000 acres of corn and soybeans, including 2,000 irrigated acres. The position combines hands-on crop management with leadership responsibilities, overseeing a team of six to ten employees while managing scouting, crop protection programs, fertilizer applications, and modern technology such as drones and precision equipment. This family-focused company offers a collaborative culture, significant investments in state-of-the-art machinery, and a compensation package ranging from $75,000 to $90,000 plus full benefits for candidates ready to take ownership and drive results.
4094, Ingredients Trader, Chicago
A growing feed ingredients trading firm in Chicago is seeking an Ingredients Trader to build and manage a profitable book of business in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment. The role focuses on connecting buyers and sellers, executing low-risk back-to-back trades, and leveraging strong internal support in transportation, finance, and operations to keep deals moving efficiently. Whether you’re an experienced trader with established relationships or an ambitious ag professional looking to break into the business, this opportunity offers a collaborative culture, long-term stability, and an aggressive commission structure built around performance.
A rapidly growing livestock and agricultural technology company is seeking a Head of Finance to provide strategic leadership across accounting, FP&A, treasury, and business operations as the organization continues to scale. The role combines high-level financial strategy with hands-on execution, partnering closely with executive leadership to drive profitability, support acquisitions, and build systems that can sustain long-term growth. This is an exceptional opportunity for a CPA with strong agribusiness experience who wants to help shape the future of an innovative company while leading a high-performing finance organization.
4100, Location Manager, Kansas
A progressive and financially stable cooperative in central Kansas is seeking a hands-on Grain Location Manager to lead daily operations at a flagship facility that has recently undergone significant upgrades and is positioned for long-term growth. This leadership opportunity is ideal for an experienced grain operations professional who values teamwork, customer service and operational excellence while helping build culture and guide the future direction of a well-respected cooperative.
4055, Manlift Technician, Illinois
A growing, family-owned elevator and manlift company in Illinois is seeking a Manlift Technician to install, maintain, and repair lift systems that support grain handling operations across the region. This hands-on role offers the chance to work with a tight-knit team where craftsmanship, safety, and customer relationships matter, rather than being part of a large corporate structure. Ideal candidates bring strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn, with excellent opportunities for career advancement, competitive compensation, and long-term stability.
