CO-OP CAREERS

Co-op’s commitment to community starts with our people – talented, energetic, motivated individuals who truly love what they do and seek to serve our local farmers by making them more successful. Think you have what it takes? You’re in the right place!


Local Co-ops provide a wide variety of career opportunities at over 165 retail locations in many specialized areas, including farm equipment, hardware, agronomy, feed, animal health, rural lifestyle and hunting & outdoors.


Opportunities may also be available at Tennessee Farmers Cooperative offering services to our member Co-ops, in accounting, marketing/communications, employee benefits administration, information systems, and retail development (just to name a few).

CO-OP CAREERS

Co-op’s commitment to community starts with our people – talented, energetic, motivated individuals who truly love what they do and seek to serve our local farmers by making them more successful. Think you have what it takes? You’re in the right place!

Local Co-ops provide a wide variety of career opportunities at over 165 retail locations in many specialized areas, including farm equipment, hardware, agronomy, feed, animal health, rural lifestyle and hunting & outdoors.

Opportunities may also be available at Tennessee Farmers Cooperative offering services to our member Co-ops, in accounting, marketing/communications, employee benefits administration, information systems, and retail development (just to name a few).

Each year, we also hire a group of summer interns to gain hands-on experience working with a member cooperative. This internship is eligible for school credit with most colleges/universities. For recent college graduates, the Cooperative Trainee program helps to prepare candidates for jobs at member Co-ops across our system. This training program lasts for one-year and will give the candidate a wide variety of training and education to help them advance their careers with Co-op.


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Each year, we also hire a group of summer interns to gain hands-on experience working with a member cooperative. This internship is eligible for school credit with most colleges/universities. For recent college graduates, the Cooperative Trainee program helps to prepare candidates for jobs at member Co-ops across our system. This training program lasts for one-year and will give the candidate a wide variety of training and education to help them advance their careers with Co-op.

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WHAT WE OFFER

Since each member Co-op is their own independently, operated business, benefits and employment packages may vary. Most member Co-op’s employee benefits include:

 

  • Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Medical Insurance Program
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Purchase Options
  • Continuing Education Assistance
  • Training & Education for On-The-Job Performance

 

 

WHAT WE OFFER

Since each member Co-op is their own independently, operated business, benefits and employment packages may vary. Most member Co-op’s employee benefits include:

  • Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Medical Insurance Program
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Purchase Options
  • Continuing Education Assistance
  • Training & Education for On-The-Job Performance

Current Job Openings


Explore rewarding career opportunities with Tennessee Farmers Cooperative. Browse our current openings and join a team dedicated to supporting the agricultural community with innovative solutions and exceptional service.

 

Click on each job title for a full job description and our application page.


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CDL Driver

AgCentral Farmers Co-op (Farm Center in Athens, TN)

AgCentral is a progressive agriculture supply service and country lifestyle retailer based in southeast Tennessee. They are looking for a CDL driver to work across locations, primarily from their farm center in Athens, TN. The ideal candidate will be an overall customer service-driven team player who can also work well independently. Interested applicants should already possess a Class A CDL driver’s license. When not delivering feed or running the box truck route, this individual will assist in selling, warehousing, and moving other agricultural products. Therefore, a general knowledge of agriculture products and operations is preferred. Our truck drivers can expect to be home each night!


Category Manager

Tennessee Farmers Co-op (LaVergne, TN)

Co-op Farm Hardware & TBA was established in 2025 and focuses on sales, marketing, customer service, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution for farm supplies at TFC, AFC, and Faithway Feeds. The Category Manager oversees buying, pricing, and procurement for Lawn & Garden and related product lines, develops seasonal marketing plans, and supports Member Co-ops with product information and training. This role requires strong customer service, the ability to manage multiple projects, and collaboration with vendors, field staff, and other product managers to drive sales. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office, is required.


Welder

Tennessee Farmers Co-op (Gate Plant in LaVergne, TN)

Co-op Farm Hardware & TBA was established in 2025 and focuses on sales, marketing, customer service, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution for farm supplies at TFC, AFC, and Faithway Feeds. The Welder at the LaVergne Gate Plant is responsible for welding components, operating and maintaining machinery, and ensuring products meet quality and safety standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and comfort working in various indoor and outdoor conditions. The position supports daily manufacturing operations and may require overtime as needed.


Office Assistant

Faithway Feeds (Guntersville, AL)

Faithway Feeds is a part of the Co-op system. Co-op Farm Hardware & TBA was established in 2025 and focuses on sales, marketing, customer service, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution for farm supplies at TFC, AFC, and Faithway Feeds. The Office Assistant will support daily warehouse and administrative operations by scanning, organizing, and maintaining digital and physical records. This role ensures accurate paperwork flow, manages incoming mail, and provides backup support for key office functions. Strong organization, attention to detail, and dependable communication are essential.


Feed Truck Driver

AgCentral Farmers Co-op (Farm Center in Athens, TN)

AgCentral Farmers Cooperative is a farmer-owned business that serves the agricultural community by providing high-quality products and exceptional service to its members and customers. They are currently seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Feed Truck Driver to join their team in Athens, TN. This position is responsible for the timely and accurate delivery of livestock feed to their customers and other branch locations using a straight truck. The driver will ensure proper handling of feed, adhere to safety and regulatory standards, and maintain a high level of customer service in all interactions. AgCentral's truck drivers can expect to be home each night!


Security Guard

Tennessee Farmers Co-op (Rockford, TN)

Tennessee Farmers Co-op is looking for a detail-oriented individual with ethical decision-making skills to join their team as a Security Guard. PART-TIME opportunity in LaVergne, TN and Rockford, TN. Primary duties include checking and admitting visitors onto the grounds, patrolling the premises at regular intervals and following safety protocols in the event of an emergency.


Agronomy Applicator

AgCentral Farmers Co-op (Farm Center in Athens, TN)

AgCentral Farmers Cooperative is a trusted partner in the agricultural industry, dedicated to supporting the success of local producers. They are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Agronomy Applicator to join their team in Athens, TN. This role will be responsible for the accurate and safe application of agronomic products, including fertilizers, crop protection products, and other agronomic treatments, to customer fields. The ideal candidate will have a general knowledge of operating sprayers and spreaders, maintaining equipment, and working closely with the agronomy team to meet the needs of our farming customers. Applicators must comply with all safety regulations and state licensing requirements for chemical applications.




HOW TO CONTACT US

For General TFC Job Inquiries contact:
Human Resources
Tennessee Farmers Cooperative
P.O. Box 3003
LaVergne, TN 37086
(615) 793-8400


For Local Co-op Opportunities:
Contact your local Co-op by visiting our Locations page by clicking below.


For Training & Education Programs (including Internships and Scholarships) contact:
Scott Bohanon
TFC Education & Training Manager
sbohanon@ourcoop.com

TFC Education & Training Opportunities


The success of Tennessee Farmers Cooperative and our Co-op system’s future will continue to revolve around the ability to recruit, train and educate the highest-quality employees. The TFC Training & Education department recruits the best and brightest to provide a pool of capable, well-trained individuals who can assume key management and technological positions throughout our system. We focus on personal development through our Cooperative Trainee and Summer Internship programs.

COOPERATIVE TRAINEE PROGRAM

The goal of this yearlong, salaried program is for our Trainees to gain knowledge and experience under the direction of experienced personnel at a local, member Co-op. It includes exposure to and performance of duties and responsibilities in various aspects at the member Co-op and Tennessee Farmers’ Cooperative departmental levels. We also offer other training through 250 hours of continuing classroom education, 100 hours of team building and 45 hours of online training.

SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Each year, TFC hires 15-20 Summer Interns in collaboration with local member Co-ops. These paid internships allow students to gain knowledge and experience while working in a business environment for a 12-week periods. It include exposure to and performance of duties and responsibilities in various aspects at the member Co-op, Tennessee Farmers Cooperative department levels, and continuing classroom education.

CO-OP SCHOLARSHIPS

The TFC Foundation is committed to cultivating the next generation of agricultural leaders by supporting scholarship opportunities at the state level. Our scholarships focus on empowering high school seniors and college students, particularly those involved in impactful youth programs like 4-H and FFA, by helping them access high-quality leadership and educational experiences.

COOPERATIVE TRAINEE PROGRAM

SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

CO-OP SCHOLARSHIPS

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