Agricultural Operations And Dispatch Support - Central Ontario FS - Drayton, ON

GROWMARK, Inc.; Drayton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Dispatch & Operations Support professional for a seasonal role. This position offers a unique blend of administrative and hands-on operational duties, ensuring efficient branch operations. Ideal candidates will have a valid driver's license and experience with agricultural products. The company values relationships and sustainability, providing comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth. Join a team that prioritizes community and employee wellness while contributing to the agricultural sector's success.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Company-paid health and dental premiums

RRSP matching program

Generous Paid Time Off

Performance bonuses

Profit sharing

In-house training opportunities

Leadership development programs

Qualifications

• Valid class G or DZ driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must obtain various licenses and permits as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations and resources for smooth execution.
• Communicate with customers on product application.
• Assist in maintaining and utilizing equipment safely.

Skills

Basic math skills

Computer skills

Knowledge of crop protection products

Ability to operate application equipment

Forklift certification

Tools

Forklift

Grain elevator equipment

Job description

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc., is a great company to work for, large enough to offer solid career opportunities and great benefits, but with a friendly, personal feel.

At Central Ontario FS, we specialize in agronomy, energy products, and grain marketing. We are driven to deliver innovative solutions to help improve the profitability of our customers and farmer owners.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Do you live for variety? This job may be what you’re craving.

The Dispatch & Operations Support role coordinates daily operations, resources, and personnel to ensure the smooth execution of branch operations and services. This position blends administrative and hands-on operational duties.

1. Communicates with and advises customers on the use and application of products sold.
2. Arranges work schedules, dispatches, and coordinates application and delivery equipment, ensuring cost-effective operations.
3. Completes all assigned record-keeping duties, such as vehicle logs, sales records, delivery information, and application records, in a timely manner.
4. Assists the operations manager in ensuring full utilization and maintenance of application, delivery units, and location equipment, while ensuring operator safety and adherence to operating procedures.
5. Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on trucks, trailers, or railcars by hand or forklift.
6. During harvest, supports grain elevator activities including loading and unloading grain trucks, scaling trucks, and operating automated grain dryers.
7. Maintains and adjusts straightforward equipment and machinery, including grain elevator motors and augers.
8. This is a seasonal position. Candidates must be available to work from April to the end of August.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Basic math and computer skills.
• Willingness to work extended hours, especially during peak seasons.
• A valid class G or DZ driver’s license (depending on work location), and a clean driving record.
• Knowledge and proper handling of crop protection products, plant food, seed, and custom application equipment, including bulk & bagged fertilizer operations.
• Ability to operate application equipment, work at an elevator, in the shop, and/or deliver products with trucks.
• Must obtain or have various licenses, permits, and certificates as required, e.g., forklift certification, TDG.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

• We value relationships and prioritize people.
• We give back to the community.
• We emphasize sustainability and resource stewardship.
• We provide in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
• We care about employee health and wellness.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including company-paid health and dental premiums, an RRSP matching program, and generous Paid Time Off (full-time positions).
• Performance bonuses and profit sharing.

WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT US

Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, Inc., serving local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide advanced agronomic products & solutions, including precision agriculture services delivered by a skilled team.

Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having over 25 years of service.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request during all recruitment stages. Employment may depend on background checks, motor vehicle reports, and references, as legally permissible.