General Labourer

Richardson International; Melfort; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in agriculture and food processing is seeking a Location Assistant for their Melfort facility. This role is vital in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of grain handling and crop inputs. You will operate NH3 equipment and support the team in various plant operations. With a commitment to employee development and a strong focus on safety, this opportunity offers a chance to grow within a leading agribusiness. If you have a background in agriculture and are self-motivated, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Flexible benefits plan

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience with NH3 product and equipment is essential.
• Self-motivated individual who can work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate NH3 equipment and oversee operations at the NH3 site.
• Load and unload grain and crop inputs, perform maintenance tasks.

Skills

NH3 equipment operation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Agriculture background

Tools

Blenders

Job description

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 160 years, Richardson has been dedicated to agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, we have approximately 3,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

Richardson Pioneer, a division of Richardson International, is Canada’s leading agribusiness. Richardson Pioneer supports Canadian farmers throughout the growing season – providing agronomic services and advice, selling crop inputs, buying their crops at harvest and selling them to markets around the world through the most efficient network of high throughput Ag Business Centres in Western Canada.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Location Assistant at our Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centre located in Melfort, SK. As a Location Assistant, you will be part of the team that works hands-on to support the safe, efficient operations of a grain handling and crop inputs facility. This role will require you to work independently at our NH3 site in addition to our high-throughput facility.

Responsibilities:

1. Operates NH3 equipment and oversees the work completed at NH3 site
2. Operates other facility equipment such as blenders
3. Loads and unloads grain and crop inputs, and performs other plant operations duties
4. Performs general maintenance and housekeeping responsibilities

Qualifications:

1. Five years’ experience working with NH3 product and equipment
2. Self-motivated and able to work independently
3. Ability to support staff and oversee the work of other staff
4. Proven communication and interpersonal skills and attention to detail
5. Valid driver's license is required
6. An agriculture background is preferred

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan, and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by February 6, 2025.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Aboriginal People, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.