General Manager for Fertilizer and Soil Operations

Job Description

Position Title: Organix General Manager

Department: Organix

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Platteville, Colorado

About Us:

Joining the Versova family of companies is more than just starting a new job. When you are employed by Versova, you immediately are part of something bigger - a team of dedicated individuals working under a common set of core values and guiding principles. As an organization and as individuals within that organization, we are guided by principles that include excellence, ownership, initiative, execution, and continuous improvement.

The Versova team is built from people who will integrate our shared values into their lives and work with our companies. Together we celebrate our collective efforts, perform to our highest potential, help others, enrich our communities, and maintain strong ethical standards and accountability for our actions.

Our expectation of our team members is that every employee will take ownership by accepting accountability for their actions and proactively take initiative to execute any task. Our team members are good stewards of our people, birds, product, and equipment. Our team members also possess an attitude of servant leadership by always asking "what can I do to help". Finally, by continuously striving to improve, our team members are driving our organization to be the premier egg producer in the world.

Team members that share and embrace our philosophy can expect Versova to provide opportunities for growth and clear paths toward advancement in our company.

Our business and commitment to service is built around the following Core Values, which we instill in all our employees:

1) Recognition

2) Initiative

3) Service

4) Ownership

5) Integrity

6) Excellence

7) Safety Security

8) Community

9) Respect

Job Summary:

The Organix General Manager has the opportunity to develop and grow this unique and sustainable business from an established platform in Colorado into a nationwide footprint, becoming the national leader in organic turf management and gardening products. The General Manager will establish a regional, and then national, strategy, drive product development, develop sales and multi-channel marketing strategies, establish multiple-site production and distribution operations, and own full profit and loss responsibility. This role requires managing resources, fostering team engagement, and ensuring the efficient production of high-quality fertilizers and sustainable products, while aligning with customer, federal, and state expectations.

Essential Job Functions:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute all facets of the business strategy


• Market and channel assessment
• Marketing and Sales strategies
• Product development
• Production and supply chain management
• Full P L Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Lead operations at Organix Morning Fresh, overseeing fertilizer and soil operations.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager and manage procurement to meet customer needs.
• Ensure compliance with product and testing standards.
• Optimize production and business performance using KPIs for labor, efficiency, and resource management.
• Develop and implement pricing strategies for profitability.

Leadership and Employee Engagement

• Lead with a strategic mindset.
• Mentor leadership team to maximize P L results.
• Engage employees at all levels to foster growth and passion.
• Represent the company through community engagement.

Technical Expertise

• Develop, optimize, and reformulate fertilizers.
• Improve processes, formulations, and technology.
• Provide technical support to teams and drive continuous operational improvement.

Stewardship

• Manage natural resources sustainably and ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Prioritize safety, security, and across operations.

Business Strategy and Development

• Oversee operational budgets and meet financial targets.
• Implement KPIs and strategies to improve profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Relentless Pursuit of Improvement

• Continuously drive improvements in processes, systems, and productivity to enhance operational efficiency.
• Implement and promote a culture of continuous improvement across all operational teams and business units.

Community Engagement

• Act as the public face of the company, fostering relationships with local leaders and promoting sustainability.

Other Duties as Assigned

• This list is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include additional responsibilities as management deems necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• 9-12 years of experience in operations management within the lawn and garden products, turf management fertilizer and soil amendments production, and/or agriculture agronomy.
• In-depth understanding of both synthetic and organic fertilizers and soil amendments.
• Experience in compost and soil production.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a diverse team toward achieving organizational goals.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to analyze financial and operational data to make informed decisions.
• Experience managing complex situations through critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies.
• Bachelor's degree in operations management, turf management, agronomy, ag business, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in finance, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience with state regulatory requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, sit, talk, and hear.
• Use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Capable of lifting or pulling objects up to 50 pounds.
• Hand-eye coordination required for operating computers and office equipment.

Travel:

Willingness to travel as needed for site visits, equipment demonstrations, industry events, and leadership/training events.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• HSA Dependent Care FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off sick leave
• FAMLI, Disability insurance, and Life insurance

Join Versova and become part of a great team.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.)

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.