Agronomy Associate

Centerra Co-Op; Loudonville (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerra Co-Op in Loudonville, OH is seeking an Agronomy Associate to support the team in customer service and day-to-day agronomy operations. The role involves fertilizer loading, seed handling, deliveries, and assisting with field services and maintenance. Strong communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent, 2–5 years in a team environment, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced setting. CDL Class A is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and passion for customer service.
• Highly motivated with ability to perform in a high pressure environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mix liquid fertilizer and load tanks.
• Mix bulk fertilizer and load trucks.
• Assist with receiving bulk fertilizers and seeds.
• Load or receive liquid/dry fertilizer, chemicals, and seed from warehouse.
• Make deliveries to customers of crop inputs (seed/fertilizer).
• Assist with custom application services (delivery, application, maintenance).
• Assist customers at the facility.
• Assist with equipment repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment/grain or agronomy.
• Assist in grain grading, loading/unloading trucks/rail cars, and data entry.
• Promote a safe work environment.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and operate forklift/on-site equipment.
• During peak times, perform cross-department duties as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Time management

Analytical skills

Mathematics

Customer relations

CDL Class A

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Agronomy Associate

Status: Full time, non-exempt

Reports to: Location Manager

Location: Loudonville, Ohio

Position Objective: Primary role is to support the team in customer service.

Qualifications: Candidate must have strong work ethic and be passionate about providing great customer service. Must be highly motivated and have a desire to produce consistent results in a high pressure environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills a must and develop an understanding of the products we handle.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for mixing liquid fertilizer and loading tanks


• Responsible for mixing bulk fertilizer and loading trucks


• Assist with receiving bulk fertilizers and seeds


• Assist with loadout or receiving of liquid fertilizer, dry fertilizer, chemicals, and seed from the warehouse.


• Make deliveries to customers of crop inputs, including seed and fertilizer


• Assist with custom application services including delivery, application and maintenance


• Assist customers at facility


• Assist with repairs on equipment, in addition to performing preventative maintenance on equipment grain or agronomy


• Assist in grain with grading grain, loading & unloading trucks/rail cars and data entry


• Promote safe work environment


• Ability to lift 50 lbs.


• Operate forklift and other equipment on site


• During peak business seasons or times of increased demand, this role may be assigned temporary duties in other departments. Such cross‑department support is essential to maintaining service levels and ensuring smooth company operations.

Experience: 2-5 years of experience in team environment

Skills: Excellent communication skills, including verbal, listening and written communication, problem solving ability, time management, analytical skills, must have strong math skills, customer relation skills are critical.

Additional Preferred background skills, knowledge, abilities include: Class A CDL

Education: High School Graduate or equivalent.

Centerra supports teammates that are curious, humble and committed.

Pay will be based on experience.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s)incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instruction or assignments. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an \"at will\" relationship.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), the company will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States and will be required to complete Form I‑9 upon hire.

As an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Centerra Co-op is a drug‑free workplace.