Agronomy Technology Specialist - GRAINCO FS - Morris, IL

GROWMARK, Inc.; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) Employer Match

HSA & Employer Contributions

Life Insurance

Disability

Identity Protection

Job summary

GRAINCO FS, Inc. in Morris, IL is seeking an Agronomy Technology Lead to provide agronomic insights via technology platforms for our customers. You will coordinate interns, perform crop scouting, and support sales and marketing activities.

The role requires a 2-year agronomy degree or 3–5 years in Agronomy Technology, plus a valid driving record and willingness to extend work hours as needed. Strong software skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires at least a 2-year college degree in agronomy or related field, or three to five years of related experience in Agronomy Technology or training.
• Demonstrated core competencies including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
• Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to work extended and on-call hours as business conditions warrant.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead GRAINCO FS, Inc. agronomy technology interns; including crop scouting, customer service, sales and marketing activities.
• Creating and/or analyzing maps, including but not limited to recommendation maps, planting maps, yield maps, aerial imagery maps, and boundary maps.
• Learn and become proficient in agronomy technology software programs including but not limited to Climate Fieldview, Ag Leader SMS, MyFS Agronomy, John Deere Operation Center, planning/billing software, and other various platforms.
• Promote agronomy technology platforms to crop specialists and growers.
• Analyze aerial imagery and other various data layers to provide crop specialists and growers with agronomic insights.
• Maintain any certification requirements needed to fill this position now and in the future.
• Assist with billing and a ssure that all products are accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.
• Deliver products to customers according to company standards to increase potential sales and communicate sales leads to their supervisor.
• Demonstrate essential abilities such as business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
• Other job functions: travel and assist plants as needed.
• We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, comprehensive benefits and 401(k) plan with company matching.

Skills

Business knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Skill development

Education

2-year agronomy degree or related field

3–5 years related experience in Agronomy Technology

Tools

Climate FieldView

Ag Leader SMS

MyFS Agronomy

John Deere Operation Center

Planning/Billing software

Job description

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Company: GRAINCO FS, Inc

City: Morris

State: IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

GRAINCO FS, Inc.

DIVISION: Agronomy Department

Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Under the direction of the Agronomy Technology Lead, assumes the responsibility of providing agronomic insight through various technology platforms to GRAINCO FS and customers.

REQUIREMENTS

Requires at least a 2-year college degree in agronomy or related field, or three to five years of related experience in Agronomy Technology or training.

Demonstrated core competencies including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.

Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Ability to work extended and on-call hours as business conditions warrant.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Coordinate and lead GRAINCO FS, Inc. agronomy technology interns; including crop scouting, customer service, sales and marketing activities.

Creating and/or analyzing maps, including but not limited to recommendation maps, planting maps, yield maps, aerial imagery maps, and boundary maps.

Learn and become proficient in agronomy technology software programs including but not limited to Climate Fieldview, Ag Leader SMS, MyFS Agronomy, John Deere Operation Center, planning/billing software, and other various platforms.

Promote agronomy technology platforms to crop specialists and growers.

Analyze aerial imagery and other various data layers to provide crop specialists and growers with agronomic insights.

Maintain any certification requirements needed to fill this position now and in the future.

Assist with billing and a ssure that all products are accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.

Deliver products to customers according to company standards to increase potential sales and communicate sales leads to their supervisor.

Demonstrate essential abilities such as business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards.

Ability to travel independently and overnight when required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Assist plants with essential operations when needed.

We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages aredesigned to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more.We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may be, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

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