Field Operations Intern (Grand Forks, ND)

Simplot Company; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Simplot Company is seeking a Field Operations Intern in Grand Forks, ND to support procurement and field activities related to potatoes. You will work with the Raw Procurement Manager, Field Representative, and Raw Planner/Scheduler on crop sampling, data tracking, and scheduling harvest.

Qualifications include pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a strong GPA. Must have a valid driver’s license and up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university.
• Strong academic record (minimum GPA 3.0).

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs crop sampling for field quality.
• Works with growers as directed by Raw Procurement Manager.
• Computer input of crop progress application tracking or field observations and completes other spreadsheets as necessary.
• Records yield information by grower, commodity and variety. Tracks and records weather data.
• Works with Harvest crew to schedule harvest timeline and locate fields.
• Assists with projects/special assignments as directed.
• Supports manufacturing operations as it relates to raw product.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree

GPA 3.0 or higher

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Field Operations Intern (Grand Forks, ND)

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

This role will work for and support Group Field Operations Raw Procurement Manager, Field Representative, and Raw Planner/Scheduler in the area of supporting the procurement of potatoes and associated activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs crop sampling for field quality and crop progress.
• Works with growers as directed by Raw Procurement Manager.
• Computer input of crop progress application tracking or field observations and completes other spreadsheets as necessary.
• Records yield information by grower, commodity and variety. Tracks and records weather data.
• Works with Harvest crew to schedule harvest timeline and locate fields.
• Assists with projects/special assignments as directed.
• Supports manufacturing operations as it relates to raw product.
• Other duties as assigned.

Typical Education

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree from 4-year college or university
• Strong academic record (suggested minimum 3.0 GPA)

Other Information

Must have a valid Driver's License

Travel Required:Up to 25%

Location(s):GF Raw Warehouse - Grand Forks

Country:United States

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.