Agro Summer Student, Swan River - Swan Valley Co-op

Valleyview Co-op; Swan River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional cooperative in Swan River, Canada is seeking a dedicated Team Member to support its Agro operations. You will load and deliver chemical orders, assist with fertilizer loading, and conduct warehouse maintenance. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational and communication skills, holds a Class 5 driver's license, and demonstrates a positive attitude. A background in Agro is an asset. A competitive compensation package with benefits includes opportunities for growth and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Employer-contributed pension plan

Learning opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Class 5 driver's license required.
• Dependable for all scheduled shifts.
• An Agro background would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Load and deliver chemical orders for farm customers.
• Load fertilizer into trucks and receive loads.
• Support the Agro team with in-season crop scouting.
• Maintain warehouse and control inventory quality.
• Assist with seed treating and chemical shed shipping/receiving.

Skills

Efficient organizational skills

Strong communication skills (written and oral)

Positive, professional attitude

Problem-solving ability

Job description

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.swanvalleyco-op.crs

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Agro Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the completion of daily tasks and any larger projects as assigned, while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for themselves, team members and customers. Other duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Load and deliver chemical orders for farm customers;
• Load fertilizer into trucks and receive loads;
• Support the Agro team with in-season crop scouting;
• Warehouse maintenance and inventory quality control;
• Assist with seed treating and chemical shed shipping/receiving.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

• You have efficient organizational skills.
• You have a Class 5 driver’s license.
• You have strong communication skills both written and oral.
• You have a positive, professional approach and attitude.
• You are dependable for all scheduled shifts.
• You have the ability to problem solve.
• An Agro background would be considered an asset.

Our permanent Team Members receive a competitive, comprehensive total compensation package and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Deadline for applications: Recruitment is ongoing, but apply early as this position will remain open until filled.