Operations Support 1 - Lennon, MI

Simplot Company; Michigan; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company in the United States is seeking a warehouse/general labor position focused on inventory, loading products, and record keeping. The role may require operating forklift equipment and assisting with fertilizer blending systems.

Typical education includes a high school diploma or GED, with at least one year of related experience and a valid driver's license. You will work in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, supporting agribusiness operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• One+ year of related experience.
• Knowledge of basic farm equipment and operation.

Responsibilities

• Loading and delivering fertilizer and chemicals to customers.
• Operating equipment to blend fertilizer.
• Monitoring product application by calculating amounts, calibrating equipment, and controlling rates.
• Receiving and unloading product and performing warehouse inventory.
• May assist with recordkeeping related to warehouse/inventory responsibilities.
• Perform various duties such as maintenance, welding, pump overhauls, painting, and housekeeping.
• Assist in loading/mixing/applying pesticides with attention to adjuvants and weather conditions.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Forklift experience

Basic farm equipment knowledge

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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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

Under general direction, this role performs a variety of job responsibilities which primarily include warehouse inventory, loading products, and record keeping. At times the employee will be required to drive a fork lift, tend to equipment/maintenance work, and operate the fertilizer blending systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading and delivering fertilizer and chemicals to customers.
• Operating equipment to blend fertilizer.
• Monitoring product application by calculating amounts, calibrating equipment, controlling application rates, and cleaning and storing equipment after application process.
• Receiving and unloading product and performing warehouse inventory and storage functions.
• May assist with recordkeeping related to warehouse/inventory responsibilities.
• Performs varied responsibilities such as: equipment and plant maintenance including welding, pump and engine overhauls, painting, and general housekeeping responsibilities.
• Miscellaneous duties such as assisting with special projects, attending training sessions, providing back-up when needed, etc.
• Assist in loading/mixing/applying pesticides, gaining understanding of the importance of including proper adjuvants, mixing order, temperature, other field/weather conditions potentially influencing application.

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Valid driver’s license
• One plus years related experience.
• Knowledge of basic farm equipment and operation.
• Ability to do a variety of tasks in succession, i.e., blending products together, loading a truck, and driving the truck to a farm.

Required Certifications

Other Information

Ag-Industry Hours – overtime in peak season as required.

Job Requisition ID:27195

Travel Required:None

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.