What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agronomy Outside Associate position at Legacy Farmers Cooperative?
Agronomy Outside Associate - Legacy Farmers Cooperative - McComb, OH
The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.
6566 CR 236 Findlay, OH 45840
JOB POSTING
Position: Agronomy Outside Associate
Reports to: Location Operations Manager
Classification: Fulltime, Hourly
Locations: McComb Agronomy
Summary/Objective: Directly involved with customers on a daily basis handling chemicals, fertilizers, seed etc. Assists in good housekeeping and safety practices to maintain agronomy facility.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Assist with crop nutrient inventory management
- Assist with seasonal NH3 supplies
- Assist with toolbar and applicator scheduling
- This position requires a full range of body motion including bending, squatting and twisting. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and reach work above shoulders
- Positive Customer-Service oriented interpersonal and communication skills required
- Possess flexibility and adaptability in meeting constraints and demands
- Ability to read and follow detailed directions and learn new skills as required
Requirements:
- High school graduate preferred with OABA Student Credential a plus
- Working knowledge of agronomy facility operations including experience handling chemicals, fertilizers and other inputs
- Have or willing to obtain Class A CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements within 6 months of hire date
- Comfortable mixing and loading dry fertilizer
- Willing to obtain operational experience in spraying and spreading equipment
- Maintain an attitude that promotes team work within the cooperative and a favorable image of the cooperative
- Ability to work well with others and independently
Miscellaneous Information & Preferred Experience:
- Full Benefits Package offered-401K, Health benefits, Paid Vacation-Sick-Holidays, plus more
- No overnight travel
- Standard work week is Monday through Friday; needs of the business may dictate exceptions to this standard
- Overtime as required
- Applicants agree to be drug tested as a condition of employment and will not be hired should he/she fail to produce a negative test
- Basic computer skills
- Uphold all Legacy Farmers Cooperative’s policies
- Assist other Legacy positions as needed
You may visit our website at www.legacyfarmers.com to apply. Scroll down and click on “We are Hiring”.
We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
Nearest Major Market: Lima
Nearest Secondary Market: Findlay
Job Segment: Scientific, Logistics, Engineering, Operations
Job Type: Full-time
