Applicator I Plant Nutrient

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Job Description:

About The Andersons Inc.

The Andersons Inc. is a North American agriculture and renewable fuels company that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers helping its employees improve supporting its communities and increasing the value of the company. For more information please visit .

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing accurate and timely mixing hauling spreading and application of liquid and dry fertilizer and farm chemicals for customers; this may include non-farm applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand product label specifications and operational procedures/standards for custom application

• Utilize the information supplied and the technology in the application equipment to ensure that the right products at the right rates are applied to the right fields and customers.

• Complete and deliver timely and proper applicator logs delivery paperwork field application forms and other paperwork to appropriate personnel and customers

• Perform daily inspection of equipment prior to field application and post application

• Handle and deliver bulk and packaged materials seed and other agriculture inputs

• Assist in regular facility duties including basic equipment maintenance and housekeeping

What is Expected of You and Others at This Level

• Has basic skills in an analytical or scientific method or operational process

• Works within clearly defined standard operations procedures and or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines

• Works with close supervision

Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level

• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done with a focus on continuous improvement
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty integrity and authenticity
• Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable for meeting commitments
• Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

• 0-2 years relevant experience required

• Must be able to maintain a valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record

• Current Class A CDL or ability to obtain; Class B CDL required

• Current Commercial Applicator license or ability to obtain; current RUP strongly preferred

• Prior agriculture farm equipment operation and/or heavy equipment operation experience preferred

• Mechanical experience preferred

• Basic computer knowledge required

• Hazmat endorsement preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Will be required to work long hours and overtime to meet seasonal demands

• Must be able to stand for an extended period of time

• Ability to frequently lift/push/pull up to 75 pounds

• Must be able to climb/stoop/kneel at heights up to 180 feet

• Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures

• Working conditions could include dust fumes moderate noise and uneven surfaces

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols policies procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons Statement of Principles.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Also they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. The Andersons Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. The Andersons Inc. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Note: The Andersons Inc. conducts drug alcohol and/or medical testing of applicants and employees based on type of position. A copy of our testing policy is available by contacting the HR Department at .

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