The position of Agronomy Laborer is of great significance to Valley Agronomics. A person in this position will assist patrons in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the cooperative. This is a safety-sensitive position.
Job Summary:
These are the basic requirements of the position and must be performed competently.
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Assist customers with buying bulk fertilizer, chemicals and seed as well as delivering of grain commodities to the terminal.
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Load and Unload railcars in a timely manner as they come into the business.
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Verify that the equipment and supporting vehicles are in good working order.
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Blend and load Agronomy products
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Unload grain commodities as they are received.
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Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, or other to customer site.
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Perform warehouse work to include driving loader, forklift, mechanics, and maintenance.
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Perform housekeeping inside and outside of all facilities.
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Complete all safety reports and required record keeping.
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Follow all company policies and procedures.
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES:
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High School diploma or GED preferred.
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Maintain current license that apply to the position.
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Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
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Must have strong communication skills; ability to communicate in an appropriate, professional manner with managers, supervisors, employees, customers, vendors and the general public.
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Must be able to make appropriate decisions and execute them according to policy.
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Must maintain appropriate and expected levels of customer service throughout the location.
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Must have ability to determine order of need and task priority based on level of importance.
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Must have a manager focus on all interactions and exhibit strong critical thinking/ problem solving skills.
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Must exhibit a professional and positive image.
Total Rewards Package: Seasonal Positions
Salary Range: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour. Does not include potential bonuses
Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, dependent life). Eligibility varies depending on position and classification.
Retirement: 401(k) with employer match. Eligibility varies depending on position and classification.
Paid Time Off: Starting at 2 weeks of PTO and 6 paid Holidays. Eligibility varies depending on position and classification.
Extra Perks: Employee Discounts, EAP, Tuition Reimbursement
