The Maschhoffs — one of the largest family-owned pork production companies in the United States — is seeking an experienced Agronomist based in Carlyle, Illinois. This field-based role provides environmental consultation services to production partners and company facilities, with a primary focus on nutrient planning, manure management, livestock regulatory compliance, and the development of comprehensive nutrient management plans that support both operational excellence and environmental sustainability.
About The Maschhoffs — U.S. Agriculture & Livestock Leader
Industry: Large-scale pork production, livestock management, and agricultural services across the USA
Focus Areas: Nutrient management, environmental compliance, livestock production, and crop farming systems
Certifications Required: Certified Livestock Manager (CLM) — required; Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) — preferred
Tools Used: Microsoft Office, SharePoint, GIS applications, RUSLE2, and the Phosphorus Index
Benefits: Comprehensive package including 401(k) match, health, dental, vision, STI plan, and generous PTO
Career Growth & Environmental Agriculture Impact
Field Leadership: Lead environmental management systems and integrate facilities into company EMS programs
Regulatory Authority: Interpret, negotiate, and manage legal land easements and manure recovery agreements
Professional Development: Maintain credentials and grow expertise through continued agronomy education
Competitive Salary: Targeted pay of $59,649 – $68,000 USD annually based on experience and qualifications
Position Overview
The Agronomist at The Maschhoffs in Carlyle, Illinois provides expert environmental consultation services to production partners and company-owned facilities, with a strong focus on nutrient planning and livestock environmental compliance. You will maintain Certified Livestock Manager credentials, develop comprehensive nutrient management plans, oversee the environmental management system, perform field research and manure sampling, interpret legal land easements, and negotiate competitive manure recovery agreements — all while ensuring full Federal and State regulatory compliance across all operations.
Why This Role Matters: As an Agronomist at The Maschhoffs in Carlyle, IL, you protect the environment and ensure regulatory compliance for one of America’s leading pork producers, directly develop nutrient management plans that impact farm sustainability, negotiate critical manure and land agreements, lead the environmental management system across multiple facilities, and build a meaningful career at the intersection of agriculture, environmental science, and livestock production.
Key Responsibilities
Environmental Consultation & Nutrient Planning
- Provide expert environmental consultation services to production partners and all company-owned or managed facilities
- Lead development of comprehensive nutrient management plans using data entry, technical analysis, and field research
- Maintain a broad and comprehensive knowledge base in environmental regulations, nutrient management, and applied agronomy
- Perform field research and manure sampling, processing collected data to build and maintain robust waste management plans
Regulatory Compliance & Legal Agreements
- Partner with company-owned or managed farms to maintain full regulatory compliance per Federal and State regulations
- Interpret and negotiate legal land easements and manure agreements with landowners and production partners
- Negotiate and create competitive manure recovery agreements for company-owned or managed facilities
- Support development of livestock construction permits requiring technical compliance documentation and regulatory analysis
Environmental Management System Leadership
- Oversee the implementation of the Environmental Management System (EMS) across all company facilities
- Develop and lead the integration of new facilities and individuals into the established EMS framework
- Maintain Certified Livestock Manager credentials through the Department of Agriculture as required by the role
- Ensure continued professional development in environmental regulations, odor and emissions, and agronomy best practices
Field Research, Sampling & Reporting
- Conduct regular field visits to farms to perform manure sampling and environmental monitoring activities
- Utilize GIS applications, RUSLE2, and the Phosphorus Index to support nutrient planning and environmental analysis
- Maintain complete and accurate records of all environmental compliance activities, plans, and field data collected
- Provide limited operational support to the manure operations team as required during the agricultural season
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Associate Degree preferred in Agronomy, Soils, Animal Science, Environmental Science, or a related field
- 5 additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree requirement where applicable
Experience Requirements
- 2–5 years of experience in agriculture consulting, agriculture retail sales, production, research, or customer service
- Certified Livestock Manager (CLM) credential required — must be obtained through the Department of Agriculture
- Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) designation is preferred and will strengthen your application significantly
Essential Skills & Technical Knowledge
- Strong knowledge of crop farming systems, livestock production systems, and nutrient management principles
- Familiarity with conservation and nutrient planning principles and livestock regulatory compliance requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, GIS applications, RUSLE2, and the Phosphorus Index tools
- Ability to operate field technology and sampling equipment independently in various outdoor working conditions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with clients, peers, and management
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $59,649 – $68,000 USD per year, depending on experience and qualifications
- Health Insurance: Choice between PPO and HDHP plans for comprehensive medical coverage
- Dental Coverage: Two dental plan options covering preventative care at 100%
- Vision Benefits: Group rate vision coverage included in the benefits package
- Life Insurance: Complimentary basic life insurance plus voluntary employee, spouse, and child policies
- Disability Coverage: Short-term and long-term disability at no cost to the employee
- 401(k) Plan: Traditional pre-tax and Roth 401(k) options — company matches first 4% immediately vested
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO programme including a life event day and volunteer day each year
- Short-Term Incentive: Participation in company STI plan with payments based on company performance metrics
About The Maschhoffs
The Maschhoffs is one of the largest and most respected family-owned pork production companies in the United States, with a strong commitment to sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, and the long-term success of their production partners. Based in Carlyle, Illinois, The Maschhoffs operates a vast network of company-owned and managed farms, supported by a dedicated team of agricultural professionals committed to regulatory compliance, nutrient management innovation, and responsible livestock production. Joining The Maschhoffs means becoming part of a values-driven organisation that takes environmental responsibility as seriously as it takes operational excellence.
Career Excellence: Build a meaningful agronomist career with a leading U.S. livestock company — combining environmental expertise, field leadership, and genuine impact on sustainable American agriculture.
Who Should Apply?
- Certified Livestock Managers: With nutrient management and environmental compliance experience in Illinois or surrounding states
- Agriculture Consultants: Experienced in farm advisory, nutrient planning, and regulatory compliance for livestock operations
- Environmental Agronomists: Skilled in manure management, EMS implementation, and Federal/State regulatory frameworks
- Certified Crop Advisors: Looking to expand their role into livestock environmental compliance and nutrient management
- Field Research Professionals: With soil sampling, GIS, and waste management planning experience in agriculture
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