Operations Assistant - Ag Land FS Inc - Green Valley IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energyrelated products. Its 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.

Operations Assistant Ag Land FS Inc. Green Valley IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energyrelated products. Its 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.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Under the direction of the Plant Manager work in all areas within the company to gain a working knowledge of AgLand FS Inc. Handles the daily operations of the chemical shed operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee and operate the loading handling and inventory of fertilizer and crop protection products.

Routine containment inspection of fertilizer and bulk crop protection products

Custom apply crop protection inputs to customers fields.

Custom apply anhydrous ammonia.

Custom apply dry fertilizer.

Follow recommended rates procedures and pesticide labels for all applications and complete spray/application logs as fields are completed noting any problems or concerns.

Works with other location employees in routine maintenance of buildings equipment and property to enhance company image.

Deliver products to customers as required.

Gain knowledge of products and services offered by AgLand FS Inc.

Work across departments based on seasonal need.

Work between locations.

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Adheres to AgLand FS Inc. environmental health training and safety policies to prevent accidents or injuries.

Adheres to AgLand FS Inc. Uniform policy and maintains the appropriate professional image.

Attends training meetings clinics and schools that will provide knowledge for employees.

Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Proven professional communication and customer service skills and the ability to comprehend simple instructions communicate oneonone and in small groups with customers and other employees.

Demonstrated ability to diagnose and solve problems as they arise.

Demonstrated time management and basic math skills including the ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals along with the ability to compute rate ratio and percent.

Proven ability to work independently and in a teamoriented environment.

Understanding of basic computer skills as they relate to custom application business.

Demonstrated core competencies including business knowledge collaboration communication customer focus decision making and skill development.

Must be able to obtain:

Class A CDL with endorsements of hazmat air brakes and tanker

Competent attendant Anhydrous Ammonia certification

DOT Medical Examiners Certificate

Commercial Applicator/Operator license

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be willing to work beyond those hours considered normal.

Have the ability to lift and carry 70 lbs.

Be able to perform minor equipment maintenance and repair.

Willing to work outdoors in weather extremes when necessary.

Working conditions may include dust fumes chemicals and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures.

May be required to work at varying heights.

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on FS policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of this position.

BENEFITS

AgLand FS Inc. provides a Total Rewards package that delivers competitive pay and exceptional benefits. The cornerstone of our benefits package is the defined benefit pension plan. AgLand FS Inc. also offers a 401(k) plan medical dental vision life disability and other voluntary group benefit programs. AgLand FS Inc. also offers health and wellness programs. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and jobrelated background check drug test motor vehicle report and/or reference check as applicable and permissible by law. AgLand FS Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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We are an equal opportunity employer including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and jobrelated background check motor vehicle report and/or reference check as applicable and permissible by law.

FS. Bringing You Whats Next.We are an equal opportunity employer including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and jobrelated background check motor vehicle report and/or reference check as applicable and permissible by law.