Crop Application Specialist - Evergreen FS

Evergreen FS, Inc.; Arrowsmith (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Job summary

Evergreen FS, Inc. in Arrowsmith, Illinois is seeking a motivated individual for the role involving the operation of equipment, inventory control, and customer interactions. The job demands a high school diploma and two years of related experience. Responsibilities include operating fertilizer systems and ensuring safety checks of equipment. Competitive compensation ranges from $18 to $25 hourly, with potential bonuses. Join us in making a difference in agriculture and communities we serve.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related work experience required.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Operators License and pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses.
• Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate fertilizer blend system and complete delivery tickets.
• Account for product with invoices or delivery tickets.
• Perform daily safety checks and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Ability to operate loaders and forklifts

Inventory control

Customer service skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fertilizer blend system

Job description

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking to grow your career with a leading agricultural solutions provider? Evergreen FS is seeking talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference in the lives of farmers and communities we serve. If you're dedicated, innovative, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Salary: $18-$25 hourly.

Responsibilities

• Operate fertilizer blend system and complete delivery tickets. Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures.
• Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket. Responsible for the inventory control and turns in tickets on a daily basis.
• Operate loaders, forklifts, and other powered equipment. Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks or trailers.
• Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed. Performs and records daily safety checks, follows preventative maintenance program and reports any issues to the Location Manager.
• Assist other departments as needed including deliveries, maintenance, customer service, assist in equipment installs or other duties as requested.
• Assist customers with product pickup and deliveries.
• Collaborates with the Operations Manager to ensure all equipment, rolling stock, and facilities are in good working order. Assists with annual budget planning process.
• Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts.
• Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.
• May be required to assist in other locations of the company.
• Follows Code of Conduct and corporate policies.

• Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2 years of related work experience.
• Must hold and maintain, or have the ability to obtain, a Commercial Operators License and all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses for applying and working with chemicals. Responsible for renewing licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the Location Manager.
• Ability to work extended hours including evenings and weekends, work required overtime, and on-call as business conditions warrant.
• Occasionally exposed or required to:
  • Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Noisy conditions, compliance programs, environmental health & safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures as they apply.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, requiring safe measures.
• May be required to work at varying heights.
• Lift 51 - 70 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the role.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make a difference in agriculture and our communities.
• 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, and protected veteran employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.